BOARD OF EDUCATION OF THE CITY OF LOS ANGELES

Governing Board of the Los Angeles Unified School District

 

REGULAR MEETING MINUTES

333 South Beaudry, Board Room

10:00 a.m., Tuesday, October 26, 2004

 

The Board of Education of the City of Los Angeles, acting as the Governing Board of the Los Angeles Unified School District, met in regular session on Tuesday, October 26, 2004, at the Los Angeles City Board of Education Administrative Offices, Board Room, 333 South Beaudry, Los Angeles, California.

 

President JosŽ Huizar called the meeting to order at 10:54 a.m.

 

The following Members were present:  Ms. Marlene Canter, Ms. Julie Korenstein, Ms. Marguerite Poindexter LaMotte, Mr. Jon Lauritzen, Mr. David Tokofsky and President JosŽ Huizar.  Mr. Mike Lansing arrived at 10:59 a.m.

 

Ms. Canter led the Pledge of Allegiance.

 

CONSENT CALENDAR

 

Mr. Samuel Caminker addressed the Board concerning his property in regards to Board of Education Report No.113-04/05.

 

Mr. Lauritzen moved the adoption of the following report designated as a Consent Calendar item in accordance with Board Rule 61:

 

            BOARD OF EDUCATION REPORT NO. 113 - 04/05

            Approval of the Relocation Plan for the Gratts New Primary Center and the Gratts

            Early Education Center

 

Ms. Canter seconded the motion, which by general consent was adopted.  Mr. Lansing was absent.

 

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President Huizar modified the Order of Business.

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SPECIAL REPORTS AND PRESENTATIONS

 

Mr. Tokofsky thanked the Eagle Rock High School jazz band for their performance prior to todayÕs Board meeting.  He and Superintendent Romer presented Eagle Rock Elementary School, recipient of the

No Child Left Behind National Blue Ribbon Award, with a recognition on behalf of the Board. 

Mr. Tokofsky introduced Ms. Jane Sierra, Principal, and also acknowledged her accomplishment as the recipient of the Terrance Bell PrincipalsÕ Award this year.  Ms. Sierra shared with the Board the application process to be considered for the Blue Ribbon award, the improvements at the school, and invited the Board Members to attend their Celebration of Learning event on November 9, 2004, at 8:30 a.m.  Ms. Sierra also introduced two students from her school who shared their thoughts and feelings about what makes them a Blue Ribbon School.  She concluded by thanking the students, parents, and Local District 4 staff for

their support.


RECEIPT OF COMMUNICATIONS FOR ACTION AT NEXT BOARD MEETING

 

Board of Education Report No. 120 - 04/05 - After School Service Providers Contract: Assigned to Consent Calendar

 

Mr. John H. Liechty,  Associate Superintendent, Beyond the Bell Branch, responded to questions from Board Members.  He would provide Board Members with the latest evaluation of the program.

 

REGULAR CALENDAR

 

DIRECT

 

BOARD OF EDUCATION REPORT NO. 143 - 04/05

Findings of Fact and Statement of Overriding Consideration for Central Los Angeles

Learning Center No. 1 (Ambassador Site)

 

Mr. Jess Womack, Associate General Counsel II, briefed the Board on the report.

 

The following speakers addressed the Board:

 

            Ms. Susana Arellano, East Los Angeles Health Task Force

 

            Ms. Jan Siegerr

 

            Ms. Cynthia Campoy Brophy

 

            Mr. Lawrence Teeter

 

            Mr. George Buzzetti

 

            Mr. David Berman

 

Ms. Canter moved that the report be adopted.  Ms. LaMotte seconded the motion.

           

Mr. Kevin Reed, General Counsel; Mr. Richard Sheehan, Special Counsel to the Board; Mr. Edwin Van Ginkle, Senior Development Manager; and Mr. Womack responded to questions from Board Members.

 

Mr. Tokofsky moved that the Board postpone action on the report for 45 days.  Mr. Lauritzen seconded the motion.

 

Mr. Reed and Mr. Sheehan briefly explained and clarified to the Board the outcome of delaying action on the report.

 

Following discussion and on roll call, the motion to postpone action on the report failed, 5 noes, 2 ayes,  Mr. Lauritzen and Mr. Tokofsky.

 

On roll call, the report was adopted, 5 ayes, 2 noes, Mr. Lauritzen and Mr. Tokofsky.

 

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The Board recessed the meeting at 12:49 p.m.

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The Board reconvened the meeting at 1:29 p.m.  The following Members were present:  Ms. Canter,

Ms. Korenstein, Mr. Lauritzen, and President Huizar.  Mr. Tokofsky, Ms. LaMotte, and Mr. Lansing arrived at 1:35, 1:40, and 1:45 p.m., respectively.

 

RECEIPT OF COMMUNICATIONS FOR ACTION AT NEXT BOARD MEETING

(Continued)

 

Board of Education Report No. 121 - 04/05 - Priority Implementation Plan for Measure R Early Childhood Education Expansion:  Assigned to Consent Calendar

 

Board of Education Report No. 122 - 04/05 - Report of Warrants Issued: Assigned to Consent Calendar

 

Board of Education Report No. 127 - 04/05 - Approval of Agreements and Donation of Money:  Assigned to Regular Calendar

 

Board of Education Report No. 128 - 04/05 - Approval of Revised Project Definitions and Amendment of New Construction Strategic Execution Plan for Selected Phase II Projects: Assigned to Special Board Meeting, November 2, 2004

 

Board of Education Report No. 131 - 04/05 - Designation of the Site Located at the Northeast Corner of Carson Street and Santa Fe Avenue as the Preferred Site for the Location of the New South Region High School No. 4:  Withdrawn prior to Board Meeting

 

Board of Education Report No. 129 - 04/05 - Designation of the Site Located at the Southeast Corner of Florence and Central Avenues as the Preferred Site for the Location of the New South Region Elementary School No. 2:  Assigned to Special Board Meeting, November 2, 2004

 

Board of Education Report No. 130 - 04/05 - Designation of the Site Located at the Southwest Corner of Firestone Boulevard and Kauffman Avenue as the Preferred Site for the Location of the New South Region Elementary School No. 4 and South Region Early Childhood Education Center No. 2 and Amendment of the New Construction Strategic Execution Plan:  Assigned to Special Board Meeting, November 2, 2004

 

Board of Education Report No. 132 - 04/05 - Designation of the Site Located at the Southeast Corner of Washington Boulevard and Third Avenue as the Preferred Site for the Location of the New Central Region Elementary School No. 13:  Assigned to Special Board Meeting, November 2, 2004

 

Board of Education Report No. 133 - 04/05 - Designation of the Site Located at the Southeast Corner of Washington Boulevard and Budlong Avenue as the Preferred Site for the Location of the New Central Region Elementary School No. 15:  Assigned to Special Board Meeting, November 2, 2004

 

Board of Education Report No. 134 - 04/05 - Designation of the Site Located at the Northwest Corner of Thirty-Second Street and Maple Avenue as the Preferred Site for the Location of the New Central Region Elementary School No. 18:  Assigned to Special Board Meeting, November 2, 2004

 

Board of Education Report No. 135 - 04/05 - Designation of the Site Located at the Northwest Corner of Division Street and San Fernando Road as the Preferred Site for the Location of the New Central Region High School No. 13:  Assigned to Special Board November 2, 2004

 

Board of Education Report No. 136 - 04/05 - Amendment to the Policy for the Use of Measure K Joint-Use Funds:  Assigned to Regular Calendar

 

Board of Education Report No. 137 - 04/05 - Measure R Charter School Expansion Policy:  Assigned to Regular Calendar

 

Board of Education Report No. 138 - 04/05:  Withdrawn prior to Board Meeting

                 

Board of Education Report No. 140 - 04/05 - Authorization to Negotiate and Enter into a Lease Agreement at 1541 Wilshire Boulevard, Los Angeles - Facilities Technology Program Management Group:  Assigned to Regular Calendar

 

Board of Education Report No. 141 - 04/05 - Authorization for Temporarily Borrowing Between Funds: Assigned to Regular Calendar

 

Board of Education Report No. 142 - 04/05 - Ratification of Advertised Contracts, Change Orders, Completion of Contracts, Award of Unadvertised and Informal Contracts, Rejection of Bids, Award of Architectural and Engineering Contracts, and Real Estate Purchase and Sales Agreement:  Assigned to Regular Calendar

 

Board of Education Report No. 145 - 04/05:  Withdrawn prior to Board Meeting

 

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 President Huizar resumed the Order of Business.

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STUDENT INPUT

 

Student Member Adriana Lujan from Garfield High School praised the many dedicated teachers at her school who challenge and help students grow.  She mentioned that there are several campus clubs, and that there is good student involvement.  Ms. Lujan stated that overcrowding is a common concern at Garfield High School, and that some teachers must travel from class to class and have 40 or more students in their classes.  Other concerns included the long lines during nutrition and lunch time as well as the lack of sufficient AP Classes, which limit studentsÕ educational opportunities and force them to attend junior colleges.  Safety was another one of her concerns as she stated that there is only one nurse for the whole school and not enough personnel to assist her in case of an emergency.  She concluded by requesting additional bungalows for her school.

 

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President Huizar passed the gavel to Ms. Canter and left the meeting.

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Board Members commented on Ms. LujanÕs concerns and asked that the appropriate District staff address the issues in question.

 

Student Member Raul Preciado from Jefferson High School also spoke about overcrowding in his school, the quality of food and the long lines during lunch.  He expressed his concern regarding the high teacher and student turnover at his school, the building of new schools and lack of teachers in the District.  He also spoke about the lack of AP classes, low morale, and the lack of motivation among staff and students. 

Mr. Preciado also mentioned the school dress code, lack of security, and their poorly maintained facility.

 

Vice President Canter acknowledged Mr. PreciadoÕs concerns and thanked him for his participation.

 

Superintendent Romer responded to Mr. PreciadoÕs concerns and reassured him that Jefferson High School is one of the schools that he and his staff are discussing and will be making some recommendations for improvements in the near future.

 

Mr. Lansing acknowledged Mr. PreciadoÕs presentation and encouraged him to continue with his student involvement efforts at the school as well as at the community level.  He also stated that in the near future there would be many school site improvements made with Measure K funds.

 

Student Member Jade Medal from Wilson High School provided the Board with a tour of her school through a power point presentation.  She mentioned that they have 21 clubs and 10 organizations at her school and made a request for additional teachers and counselors to provide students with more individual attention.  Ms. Medal also mentioned their fundraisers for sports uniforms and their student showcase were on their website.

 

Vice President Canter thanked Ms. Medal for her participation and encouraged all Student Board Members to speak with the appropriate District staff for assistance with their concerns.

 

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Vice President Canter modified the Order of Business.

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REGULAR CALENDAR (Continued)

 

BOARD OF EDUCATION REPORT NO. 106 - 04/05 

Authorization to Negotiate and Enter into an Agreement for a Six Month Extension

 of the Existing Lease at 701 Cesar Chavez Avenue - Parent/Community Services,

Indian Education and Specially Funded Programs

 

Mr. Lansing moved that the report be adopted.  Mr. Lauritzen seconded the motion, which by general consent was adopted.  Mr. Huizar was absent.

 

                  BOARD OF EDUCATION REPORT NO. 108 - 04/05

                  Agreement for Professional Services and Donations of Money

 

Mr. Lauritzen moved that Section II (Donation of Money) of the report be adopted and that action on the balance of the report be postponed to the Regular Board Meeting of November 9, 2004.  Ms. Korenstein seconded the motion. 

 

By general consent the report was adopted as amended.  Mr. Huizar was absent.

 

BOARD OF EDUCATION REPORT REVISED NO. 112 - 04/05  

Ratification of Advertised Contracts, Change Orders, Completion of Contracts,

Award of Unadvertised and Informal Contracts, and Award of Architectural

and Engineering Contracts

 

Mr. Lauritzen moved that the report be adopted.  Ms. Korenstein seconded the motion.

 

Mr. Terry Dolan, Acting Deputy Director, Contracts, briefed the Board on the report.

 

By general consent the report was adopted.  Mr. Huizar was absent, but roll call was left open for an item which required 6 votes.

 

Later in the meeting Mr. Lansing recorded an aye vote on the report approving all items.

 

DIRECTS

 

BOARD OF EDUCATION REPORT NO. 123 - 04/05

                  Student Expulsions

 

Ms. LaMotte moved that the report be adopted.  Mr. Lauritzen seconded the motion, which by general consent was adopted.  Mr. Lansing and Mr. Huizar were absent.


BOARD OF EDUCATION REPORT NO. 124 - 04/05

Student Application for Admission

 

Ms. LaMotte moved that the report be adopted.  Mr. Lauritzen seconded the motion.

  

Ms. Linda Wilson, Coordinator, Student Health and Human Services, responded to questions from Board Members.

 

Following discussion and by general consent, the report was adopted.  Mr. Lansing and Mr. Huizar were absent.

 

BOARD OF EDUCATION REPORT NO. 125 - 04/05   

                  Student Reinstatements

 

Mr. Tokofsky moved that the report be adopted.  Mr. Lauritzen seconded the motion, which by general consent was adopted.  Mr. Lansing and Mr. Huizar were absent.

 

BOARD OF EDUCATION REPORT NO. 126 - 04/05    

Various Purchasing Transactions

 

Mr. Russell Wood, representing IKON Office Solutions, addressed the Board on the Report.

 

Ms. LaMotte moved that the report be adopted.  Mr. Lansing seconded the motion, which by general consent was adopted.  Mr. Huizar was absent.

 

Mr. Sheehan and Mr. Reed responded to questions from Board Members regarding Techgnosis.

 

Mr. Lauritzen moved that the report be reconsidered.  Ms. LaMotte seconded the motion, which by general consent was adopted.  Mr. Huizar was absent.

 

Ms. LaMotte moved to adopt the original report with the following amendment:

 

            To withdraw work order No. 21 from ITD Bench Contract No. 0300912.

 

Mr. Lansing seconded the motion. 

 

Following discussion and by general consent, the report was adopted as amended.  Mr. Huizar was absent.

 

BOARD OF EDUCATION REPORT NO. 139 - 04/05   

Resolution Authorizing Staff to Submit Applications for Grant Funds for the Youth

Soccer and Recreation Development Program Under the California Clean Water,

Clean Air, Safe Neighborhood Parks, and Coastal Protection Act of 2002

 

Mr. Lauritzen moved:

 

In Section V, Bench Contracts for Professional Services, withdrawing Exhibit N, Contract No. 0300912 with Techgnosis, and that the report be adopted as amended.

           

Ms. LaMotte seconded the motion.

 

Ms. Beth Hamby, Director, Facilities Grants and Funding, Ms. Jena Glymph-Williams, Administrative Analyst, Grant Procurement Research and Analysis, and Mr. Joseph Mehula, Deputy Chief Facilities Executive, responded to questions from the Board Members.

 

Following discussion and by general consent, the report as amended was adopted.  Mr. Huizar was absent.

 

BOARD OF EDUCATION REPORT NO. 144 - 04/05 

Nonroutine Personnel Actions

 

Mr. Lansing moved that the report be adopted.  Mr. Tokofsky seconded the motion.

 

Superintendent Romer briefed the Board on the report.  Mr. James Morris, Assistant Superintendent, Instructional Support Services, responded to questions from Board Members.

 

Following discussion and by general consent, the report was adopted.  Mr. Huizar was absent.

 

BOARD OF EDUCATION REPORT NO. 146 - 04/05

Routine Personnel Actions

 

Mr. Tokofsky moved that the report be adopted.  Mr. Lauritzen seconded the motion.

 

Dr. Maria Ott, Senior Deputy Superintendent, and Superintendent Romer responded to questions from Board Members.

 

Following discussion and by general consent, the report was adopted.  Mr. Huizar was absent.

 

PUBLIC COMMENT

 

Mr. Christian Alvarado addressed the Board regarding concerns at Los Angeles High School.

 

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Vice President Canter resumed the Order of Business.

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SPECIAL REPORTS AND PRESENTATIONS

 

CANOGA PARK HIGH SCHOOL ATHLETICS TEAM

 

Mr. Lauritzen recognized the Canoga Park High School Soccer Team, recipients of the 2003/04

Los Angeles City Championship, and presented them with a resolution on behalf of the Board.     

Mr. Tokofsky congratulated the team as well as the coaches for their dedication and made a special mention of the athletesÕ academic accomplishments.

 

Mr. Jake Gwin, Coach and Mr. Dennis Thompson, Principal, accepted the recognition and thanked the Board on behalf of the Canoga Park High School Soccer Team.

 

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Vice President Canter modified the Order of Business.

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PUBLIC COMMENT  (Continued)

 

The following speakers addressed the Board on the subjects indicated:

 

            Mr. Richard Selby                                                 Psychological Services

 

            Ms. Sharon Graves                                               Employment Issues

 

            Mr. Manuel Aldana                                               Education

           

            Mr. Million Gebreyesus                                        Parent Concern

 

            Ms. Lorena Jaramillo                                            Accountability

 

            Ms. Haidy Samouha                                             Special Education Procedures

 

            Ms. Shirley Isaacson                                             Special Education Procedures

 

            Ms. Julie Washington                                           Full Day Kindergarten

 

            Ms. Elena Arias                                                     Parent Concern

 

            Ms. Petra Villanueva                                             Parent Concern

 

            Ms. Laura Flores                                                   Parent Concern

 

            Ms. Ana Mota                                                                   Parent Concern

 

            Mr. Sigifredo Lopez                                              Parent Concern

 

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Vice President Canter resumed the Order of Business.

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BOARD MEMBERS MOTIONS

 

ACTION

 

Ms. Canter moved Ms. Korenstein and Mr. LauritzenÕs motion regarding Measure R Funding of Remaining Air Conditioning Projects for Year-Round Schools (Noticed September 14, 2004):  

 

Whereas, The Los Angeles Unified School District modernization program has, for the past five years, included an effort to air condition the gymnasiums and auditoriums of year-round schools, funded by Certificates of Participation (COPs);

 

Whereas, Most of the projects that were completed or are currently under construction, some higher costs than projected 3-5 years ago, and that some schools have been added to the year-round schoolsÕ list since the programÕs inception;

 

Whereas, There is not sufficient COPs funding to complete the remaining 35 unfunded projects and 7 recently added projects to air condition gymnasiums and auditoriums at year-round schools;

 

Whereas, These 42 39 unfunded projects will require a budget of an additional $30 $28 million to complete;

 

Whereas, The issuance of additional COPs at this time to fund these remaining projects would further burden the general fund budget of the District; and

 

Whereas, Measure R was passed by the voters on March 2, 2004, and provides approximately $300 million for new major repair projects; now, therefore, be it

 


Resolved, That the Board of Education of the City of Los Angeles hereby amends the Existing Facilities Strategic Execution Plan to provide Measure R funding, in the amount of $30 $28 million, to complete the 42 39 remaining projects listed, to provide air conditioning for gymnasiums and auditoriums at year-round schools;

 

Resolved further, That the Board of Education directs Facilities staff to identify schools with routinely malfunctioning air conditioning and heating systems (HVAC) or systems beyond their useful lives impacting classrooms and main offices, beginning with schools on year-round calendars; and be it finally

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Resolved, That staff incorporate these projects into the Measure R existing Facilities Strategic Execution Plan, and bring a plan forward for the Board to review at the January Facilities committee meeting.

 

Ms. Korenstein seconded the motion.

 

Mr. Jim Delker, Acting Deputy Chief Facilities Executive, Existing Facilities, and Mr. Reed responded to questions from Board Members.

 

Following discussion and by general consent the motion was adopted.  Mr. Huizar was absent.

 

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Vice President Canter passed gavel to Mr. Lansing and left the meeting.

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Mr. Lansing, Mr. Tokofsky, and Ms. LaMotteÕs motion regarding Structural Budget Deficit Action Plan was postponed:

 

Whereas, The Superintendent of Schools and the Board of Education of the City of Los Angeles have implemented one-time budget solutions amounting to nearly $1.3 billion over the last two years in order to balance its fiscal year budget;

 

Whereas, One-time solutions such as elimination of unfilled positions and redirection of funding have run their course and will not be an option for the Board in fiscal year 2005-06;

 

Whereas, The Los Angeles Unified School District faces an impending structural deficit conservatively estimated to be $500,000,000, due to anticipated costs of health benefits, deferred maintenance, workersÕ compensation and reserves related to economic uncertainties, emergencies, paid leave/vacation time and replacement of aging equipment; and

 

Whereas, The Superintendent and the Board must address this structural deficit immediately to ensure greater flexibility in drafting short and long term fiscal solutions as well as to avoid the real potential of becoming insolvent and going into receivership; now, therefore, be it

 

Resolved, That the Board of Education of the City of Los Angeles directs the Superintendent of Schools to develop short and long term fiscal solutions to the DistrictÕs ongoing structural deficit for presentation to the Board at a Committee of the Whole meeting in December 2004; and be it

 

Resolved further, That such solutions include a range of potential actions the Board may take to address the structural imbalance in the short and long term.

 


Ms. LaMotte and Mr. TokofskyÕs motion regarding Adherence to the Promotional Examination Process (Noticed September 28, 2004) was postponed and assigned to the Human Resources Committee:

 

Resolved, That the Los Angeles Unified School District implement and utilize a merit based promotional examination system for all certificated promotional administrative classifications with five or more positions, and who are members of the Associated Administrators of Los Angeles;

 

Resolved further,That any circumvention of this motion by means of Administrative Regulations 4213 and 4214 receive approval by the majority of the Board of Education of the City of Los Angeles;

 

Resolved further, That the Board directs the Superintendent to bring back within 60 days a proposal for an examination process, which would include:

 

                        ¥     An assessment center

 

                        ¥     Confidential tracers

 

                        ¥     A ranked list incorporating a rule of five

 

                        ¥     A process by which qualified candidates on an existing list would be integrated into newly established lists; and be it finally

 

                  Resolved, That if this proposal is not acceptable, the Superintendent must submit a proposal to the Board to eliminate all promotional examinations and allow local and general superintendents to make all administrative assignments.

 

Ms. LaMotte and Mr. TokofskyÕs motion regarding Promotion and Transfer of Principals and Teachers (Noticed September 28, 2004) was postponed and assigned to the Human Resources Committee:

 

Whereas, There has been no policy directing the promotion and transfer of principals and teachers from low performing schools (API 1-3) to central district positions after school has officially opened at the beginning of the school year;

 

Whereas, One of the goals of this District is to eliminate the achievement gap;

 

Whereas, Removing teachers and principals for promotions once school has begun disrupts the teaching-learning process for the school and adversely affects the academic performance and achievement level of the school;

 

Whereas, Long-range planning is imperative in effectively operating our schools; and

 

Whereas, If a waiver is granted, the assigned principal will not leave the school until a permanent principal has been assigned; now, therefore, be it

 

Resolved, That assignments, which require the transfer of a principal or teacher, must be made prior to the opening of school to minimize disruption to the schoolÕs learning environment; and be it

 

Resolved further, That this motion may be waived only after an exhaustive search has been done for personnel whose transfer would not negatively impact the instructional or operational environment of the school.  Waivers must be approved by the local district and general superintendents and a school-community meeting hosted by the local district must be called to communicate the proposed change.


INITIAL ANNOUNCEMENT

 

Mr. Lauritzen and Mr. Tokofsky noticed their intention to present a motion regarding Deferred District PHBAO Schools:

 

Whereas, Funding for Targeted Instructional Improvement Grant (TIIG) is the court-ordered desegregation and voluntary integration program funding to reduce the harm of racial isolation;

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Whereas, Calahan Elementary School, Lorne Elementary School, Mayall Elementary School, Plainview Elementary School, Holmes Middle School, and Lawrence Middle School have qualified as PHBAO schools, but received no PHBAO resources; and

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Whereas, New schools opening this year are receiving PHBAO resources; now, therefore, be it

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Resolved, That the Board of Education of the City of Los Angeles directs the Superintendent to fund the six schools that have qualified as PHBAO schools, and provide all TIIG resources that are allocated for PHBAO schools for fiscal year 2004-2005.

 

Mr. Tokofsky noticed his intention to present a motion regarding Class Size Reduction.

 

            CORRESPONDENCE AND PETITIONS

 

REPORT OF CORRESPONDENCE

 

Mr. Tokofsky moved that the recommended disposition of the items of correspondence as indicated

in the report be approved.  Mr. Lauritzen seconded the motion, which by general consent was adopted.

Ms. Canter and Mr. Huizar were absent.  

 

MISCELLANEOUS

 

APPROVAL OF MINUTES

 

Ms. Korenstein moved the approval of the following minutes of the governing board of the Los Angeles Unified School District: 

 

                        9:30 a.m., Closed Session, October 12, 2004

                        3:00 p.m., Closed Session, October 14, 2004

 

Mr. Tokofsky seconded the motion, which by general consent was adopted.  Ms. Canter and Mr. Huizar were absent.

 

ANNOUNCEMENTS

 

Mr. Lauritzen announced:

 

            The November 2, 2004, Curriculum and Instruction Committee Meeting has been rescheduled to Thursday, November 4, 2004, at 1:00 p.m.

 

Ms. LaMotte announced:

 

There will be a Special Committee on Legislation and Intergovernmental Affairs meeting on

            December 9, 2004, at 3:30 p.m.

 


Mr. Crain announced:

 

            The November 4, 2004, Committee of the Whole meeting has been canceled.

 

Mr. Lauritzen moved that a Special Board Meeting be called for 2:30 p.m., Tuesday, November 2, 2004, to take action on various Facilities reports.  Ms. LaMotte seconded the motion.

 

Following discussion and by general consent, the motion was adopted.  Ms. Canter and Mr. Huizar were absent.

 

ADJOURNMENT

 

Mr. Tokofsky moved that the meeting be adjourned in memory of Mr. Steven Dwarsky, former teacher

at King Middle School, and stated that a memorial fund in his name has been established for The Heart Fund.  Ms. LaMotte seconded the motion.

 

By general consent the meeting adjourned at 6:37 p.m.   Ms. Canter, Mr. Huizar, and Ms. Korenstein were absent.

 

APPROVED BY BOARD: January 25, 2005

 

 

 

 

                                                                                                                                          ____________________________________    ______________________________________

                 JOSE HUIZAR                                                    JEFFERSON CRAIN

            BOARD PRESIDENT                                      EXECUTIVE OFFICER OF THE

 

 

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