001ified school district board of trustees for your continued support. By recognizing the value of PTAs, you strengthen the partnership between home and school and help ensure student success. We are grateful for your advocacy and look forward to to continue to build strong schools and a thriving community together. Our next PTA council meeting will be held on Tuesday, October 7th. Council President Jasnat and Dr. Mo's assistant Joanna Marcelino have the meeting link for those interested in attending. We'd now like to highlight some of the exciting events our PTAs have planned across the district. Skyline is launching its online spiritware store through October 13th. Martin will be holding a world's finest chocolate fundraiser to help fifth grade students attend outdoor education. They will also have a Mountain Mike's restaurant night on October 2nd. Spruce will be hosting
002their annual pumpkin patch event on October 6th. El Camino PTA hosted their first unit meeting on September 23rd and it was well attended. Monte Verde will be holding their walk-athon fundraiser on September 26th. South City will be having a Disney themed homecoming dance on October 4th. Ponder Rosa will be wrapping up their no fuss fundraiser on October 3rd and will also be holding a fall carnival on October 8th. Bur Bur will be holding a restaurant fundraiser at Society in San Bruno on October 1st. Now, I'd like to share a little bit about Parkway Heights PTA. First, I want to thank all of our Parkway PTA and parent volunteers who are here tonight. If you are present, please stand so we could recognize you. At Parkway, our PTA exists to support student success by building strong
003partnerships between families, educators, and students. We have chosen to hold hold our meetings I'm sorry, excuse me. This year, our goals are to grow membership and awareness, support students directly, and continue our fundraising efforts. We have chosen to hold our meetings in person instead of on Zoom this year because we feel it makes them more engaging and valuable for families. We also plan to invite community speakers to share resources such as local librarians, school representatives, financial literacy experts, and tobaccof free kids presentations. We also have a number of exciting events coming up. On October 8th, we will have a Panda Express fundraiser where 20% of the proceeds will go directly to Parkway. On October 4th, we will be holding our annual community pop-up event which will feature local food and craft vendors, nonprofits, community resources,
004and more. The PTA will also have a table where we will be selling food. It always is a wonderful day filled with fun and community spirit, and we encourage everyone to come out and join us. And finally, we are very excited to be launching our first ever no fuss fundraiser this year. Thank you again for your support and the opportunity to share these updates. If there are no questions, that concludes my report. Thank you. Thank you. There's a lot of good things going on this month. Um, item H, staff association representatives remarks. South San Francisco Federation of Adult Educators. I don't see her. Okay. South San Francisco Classroom Teachers Association. Good evening, President Anthony, trustees, SSFUSD cabinet members and community. My name is Sheri Juie, president of SSFTA or South San Francisco Classroom Teachers Association.
005As president of SSFTA, I speak at every schoolboard meeting, as you all know, to keep you up to date on concerns and challenges the teachers and students might be facing. We have monthly meetings that our site representatives report out on. Tonight, I will share some of the positives we are hearing about. These positive notes are directly from our site reports from September. Martin teachers were very thankful to have substitutes to for allowing them to get their individual dibbles test scores done. Spruce is happy to report no teacher turnover from spring to fall this year and in three years have managed to turn their eel dashboard scores from orange to green. and Children's Center at Martin reports a parent engagement night is being planned for families of young children in which all students will receive a
006free books for participating. And Ben reports, "A great start to the year and is thankful for the lunch that admin brought in for continuing educators." All right. Now, the second part of my report is to share the letter we will send out to our members about the recent use of anonymous comments in the online comment forum for schoolboard meetings and the harmful effect it is having on teachers who fill the role of teachers on special assignment. Since we communicate with members only, we would like to share these thoughts with the community at large as well. So this letter is titled subject a message of unity and support for our colleagues and special assignment rules. Dear SSFTA members, as your SSFTA executive board, we're reaching out to promote unity and respect within our district. We would
007like to express concerns regarding ongoing anonymous comments made during schoolboard meetings targeting our colleagues serving as teachers on special assignment or TOSAs. While we understand the demanding challenges of our profession, such remarks are unproductive and undermine the solidarity essential to our collective strength. Tosses play a vital role in supporting educators and improving instruction. They serve as curriculum leaders, instructional coaches, tech and data specialists, and mentors, taking on work that would otherwise fall on classroom teachers. Tosses help ensure that our schools run effectively, the best practices are shared across CLA classrooms, and that we all have access to the resources and training needed to excel. Their work is a necessity for maintaining highquality education for our students and alleviating some of the pressures we face in our roles. Unkind, anonymous comments only breed division and erode
008trust that is vital to our profession. They do little to advance our shared goals, distract from real issues like staffing shortages and resource allocation and weaken our position with negotiating with district leaders. Anonymity, while perhaps feeling safe in the moment, undermines accountability and open dialogue, which are cornerstones of a strong union. We urge these individuals to avoid hurtful anonymous comments and instead direct energies to productive conversations by speaking publicly or with the individuals who can work to address concerns constructively and collaboratively. Moreover, it's crucial to recognize that TOSAs are fellow colleagues. Many of them understand the challenges we face firsthand. They frequently advocate on our behalf. to district leaders, highlighting our classroom needs, pushing for better support systems, and defending our professional autonomy. In meetings where decisions are made about policies, budgets, and initiatives, TOSIs
009often do their best to serve as our voice, ensuring that the perspectives of frontline educators are heard and valued. By supporting them, we support our working environment. Let's work together respectfully and focus on solutions that strengthen our profession and benefit our students. We encourage you to reach out to us, your SSFTI representatives or site supervisors if you'd like to discuss these matters further or explore ways to build stronger connections across roles. Together, we can create a more supportive and respectful district for everyone. uh from the SSF CTA executive board. Thank you very much. Thank you so much. Uh California School Employees Association, Chapter 197. Good evening, President Anthony. Honorable board members, cabinet, and audience. Um, I would like to have a more upbeat message tonight, but I will just report what I have to tell
010you. Um, members were not happy with the outcome of negotiations. So, I had um sent out a survey. 46.9% wanted to protest and not sign a TA. Um we went ahead and signed the TA, but I have to have it ratified September 30th meeting. So, it's not ratified yet by the membership. um in an effort to retain employees and we wanted something on the longevity step. It didn't have to be a huge percent and we actually came down to even offering up asking for a 1% every other year. Then we cut that in half to a half a percent every other year to put something on the longevity, but we were told no. We wanted um hazard pay for our campus security and they were given a day of training instead. Um, I felt sad
011for them, disappointed for them because most of them have been campus security for over 11 years. A day of training is nice, but I think they should be compensated for their hazard pay. I have um a communication here that I copied for each and every one of you um but it's so confidential I will not read it um on the public uh meeting but I like to pass these out This was given to me an hour before the board meeting tonight. And it was presented by a campus security that's worked 11 years for our district. I highlighted one troubling sentence that they all have to deal with. When you read it, ask yourself how you would feel if you were denied hazard pay but offered a day of training instead. It kind of um sets
012the tone that you don't know what you're doing. You need more training to do this campus security. And the reason why I was so um adamant that they should get hazard pay even for a limited time is when you turn on the TV every day, it's we're in time of turmoil, troubling times right now. And their hazard that they face every day is high than I've seen it. And I've worked here for 30 years. So, I really thought hazard pay stipen would be something to let them feel appreciated and kind of a reason to go out and put yourself in harm's way every day. They do they all do a good job. So, um I'm hoping the employees will ratify on the 30th, but I can't guarantee it. I would love to see something some
013movement on longevity. Like I say, even if it's a half a percent every two years, it's something to help um retain employees so they don't leave and go down where their friends are down south making more money. And um other than that, that is my my report for this evening. But I I did want to share a day in the life of a campus security with you all. in a confidential way. So, thank you. Do you have any questions, anyone? Okay. Have a good night. Thank you. >> Thank you. >> Item I, Personnel Commission. >> Our next personnel commission meeting will be held on Monday, October 20th, 2025 at 5:00 p.m. in the district office boardroom. >> Thank you so much. Item J, items from the board, announcements, board calendar, board committee reports. Dr. Shay,
014were you going to give a facilities subcommittee report from Okay. Okay. It's okay. All right. Item K, superintendent report. Thank you very much, President Anthony. So, I'd like to begin this evening with an educator spotlight. So, one of the ways we want to acknowledge and recognize and celebrate our staff this year will be through educator spotlights as part of our strategic communication efforts. I was privileged to visit Miss Chrisell's classroom at Aloma Middle School a couple of weeks ago and I was able to observe implementation of our new math adoption. I was able to hear students thinking, listen to how they approached finding the area by decomposing the shapes and how they struggled together but in a productive way. I also observed Miss Chrisell tell the students that it's okay to solve the problems in
015different ways because their brains all work differently and that's the beauty of learning together. I wanted to spotlight Miss Chrisell for the way she implemented illustrative math because it helped to elevate student voice. It supported academic discourse and it she really did a nice job of creating a positive classroom environment for our kids to take risks, indicating that when they were struggling um and still feeling supported throughout the process despite their struggle. I appreciated the warm welcome and I encourage her uh and all of our colleagues to keep up the great effort and execution. We will be featuring the great work happening in our school communities um as part of our communication efforts and one of which will start launching next week. The second uh item is on student advisory. In past years we have
016hosted a student advisory to elicit ideas from our secondary students and involve them in projects so that they can help be part of the solution. I'm really excited to share that last week we launched our student advisory council with a small group of student leaders both from South San Francisco High School and El Camino High School. We reviewed the California Healthy Kids data points that inform the student wellness and belonging goals. Discuss the use of impact surveys that will be administered in the month of October and discussed the possibilities of students using that data to help inform student-based initiatives that they're interested in. The team also brainstormed how to structure a student advisory council that elevates student focus, particularly with our multilingual learners, African-American and Pacific Islander students, and then discussed outreach efforts to involve
017more students to be part of this work. This is one effort that is aligned to both strategic plan 2, engage students, as well as strategic plan 3, purposeful partnerships. And we are excited to partner more closely with our students to help inform ways that the student experiences can be even better and more impactful so all of our students can demonstrate their ability to learn very deeply and thrive. And my last item is honoring South San Francisco High School's softball and baseball coaches. It is a privilege that I have the opportunity to report and recognize and honor our South San Francisco baseball and softball coaches. To start, in 2024, a baseball team broke the school record with 22 wins. In 2025, the baseball team broke the record again with 23 wins, taking them to backto back
018to being in PAL, the Penins Peninsula Athletic League. They were champions for the 2425 year. That was the first time in school history that the baseball program made an appearance in the CCS finals. For softball, our Warriors had their first CCS playoff game win um for the softball program. They had their first CCS championship appearance and with an acknowledgement and appreciation to the board and community for the onampus field since 2021, which has in part, we were told, assisted with a steady growth to the softball program. Just wanted to send a warm um excited pride proud of you. Congratulations to our South San Francisco High School coaches and all of our student athletes. We're very proud of you. We're excited to see the ways that you will continue to thrive and make a positive impact
019as our student athletes this year. We also want to recognize and appreciate the city of South San Francisco who also honored both programs last night at the city council meeting. And with that, that concludes my report. Thank you, President Empy. Thank you so much. Great to hear the great work. Um, item L, student trustee reports. Jamie Lenoa, fall student trustee and ASB president, South San Francisco High School. Good afternoon, board, cabinet, and community. My name is Jamie Lenoa, and I'm serving as this year's fall student trustee representing South San Francisco High School. I hope everyone has been doing well these past couple of weeks. Starting off with ASB, our classes have been hard at work prepping for homecoming week. The sophomores held the crispy cream donut fundraiser to help with dance expense dance expenses. That
020being said, the name of our homecoming dance has has been officially announced. Once upon a a homecoming will take place on Saturday, October 4th, and both our big and small gym. Ticket sales for the homecoming dance have started. Students can buy their tickets during lunch outside the cafeteria. The the price started at $20 and we and will be increased by $5 each week with the final price of $40 at the door. For those who have an ASB sticker, a $5 discount will be applied during their purchase. As for other homecoming festivities, our students have been giving me have been given many opportunities to get involved with homecoming through daily me daily meetings. Our classes have been multitasking, holding after school meetups at their houses to hold skate rehearsals, dance meetings, and create decorations. We can't
021wait to see all their hard work and dedication throughout the week of September 29th through October 2nd. As a refresher, the seniors have taken on Pixar Pier. The juniors chose Galaxy's Edge, the sophomores have chosen Adventures Campus, and freshmen are doing Value Country. We can't wait to turn our school into the happiest place on earth. Moving on, our drama department is proud to announce their fall play, Blitz Spirit. They held auditions a few weeks back and have started rehearsals on weekdays after school. Come on out and support their opening night on October 10th through the 11th to see the results of their hard work. Over the weekend, Earth Club participated at the Koma Creek Coastal Cleanup. We appreciate everyone who attended and would like to recognize the positive change that they've been doing for our
022community. As for other clubs, our mock our mock trial club has been hard at work prepping for the school year. Their triyouts were held on Tuesday followed through yesterday. The Red Cross club hosted their first blood drive of the school year yesterday from 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. with not only students signing up, but our staff as well. As for sports, our varsity football team faced Sequoia High School last Friday and defeated the Ravens in a very tight game, winning in the last seconds with the SC final score of 14 to9. They have a by-week this Friday, but we look forward to watching them play at our next home game Friday, October 3rd, which will also be our homecoming game as well as our pinkout game. We ask our fans to come dressed in pink
023attire as we recognize breast cancer awareness month. And by the way, if you can't make it out to watch any football games this season, you can always watch live on our YouTube channel. Our flag football team went against Jefferson and defeated the Grizzlies for their second win of the season. Our girls tennis and golf teams are halfway through their season and doing great. Last week, our cross country team had their first league meet at Halfoon Bay and did amazing as well. Lastly, our girls volleyball team won a big tournament over the past weekend, beating several top teams on their way to victory. We are so proud of all of our fall athletes for their amazing work they've been putting in this season. Lastly, with Hispanic Heritage Month starting last week, I would like to highlight
024the program that embodies the celebration of the culture and history of South City's large Hispanic population. South City's own ballet forico alma de Mexico. Our fauces performed last Tuesday, September 16th to celebrate Fiesta Patrias. They also performed that same day at Janentech and will be performing at Sunshine Gardens next week. Our Florico program was started by by Martin Cruz and Patricia Martinelli and is celebrating their 34th anniversary this year. This program is such a vital part of comm of our community that unites people from different backgrounds and keeps our students in touch with their own culture. Our Latinos club also held a meeting yesterday in which they taught and played Mexican loia with over 20 participants. We want to continuous continuously recognize them for all their hard work work and sorry and what they've done
025for our community. Please let me know if there are any questions. If not then then this is all for my report. Thank you. >> Thank you so much. Uh >> question. >> Yeah. May I what is it? Do you know the name of the play >> on October 10th? >> It's BTH Spirit. >> What? >> BTH Spirit. >> Spirit. Okay. Thank you. And I I hope to catch at least the the golf and I love tennis. So, >> yes. Great. Thank you. Um, Isabelle Ruiz, spring student trustee and ASB president, El Camino High School. Good evening, board members, cabinet, and community. My name is Isabelle Ruiz, and I'm currently a senior serving as the ASB president at El Camino High School. I hope you've all been enjoying the interesting weather this week. I apologize for
026the current condition of my voice, so please let me know if it's difficult to hear. Has been a busy week since this week is our homecoming week. On that note, this week was filled with an unforgettable experience, especially since it's my fourth and final year participating in homecoming. All week, each graduating class woke up before the sun rose to showcase their creativity and spirit through phenomenal decorations and entertaining skits during lunch, bringing us all into the world of Avatar the Last Airbender. Monday kicked off with our freshman, our Earthbenders, followed by the sophomore air benders on Tuesday. Water Nation juniors yesterday and today was the Fire Nation seniors. We're closing out the week with our exciting homecoming rally this Friday where we'll celebrate every class with a vibrant class dances, games, and most importantly announcing
027the homecoming class winners. We are so incredibly proud of the dedication and hard work each student put into making this week special, fostering class spirit and unity. No matter the final results, every class is a true winner. Since homecoming is an opportunity for their grade to bond, the homecoming festivities don't end at 3:20. We have our homecoming football game tomorrow against Jefferson. JV starts at 4:00 and varsities at 7:00. Our theme is tropical, so our student section will be decked out in tropical gear. Be sure to bring your sunblock, sunglasses, and a positive attitude. Following both our rally and homecoming dance or homecoming game, our awaited homecoming dance is finally here. It will take place this Saturday from 7 to 10:00 as we step into the spirit world entering a word a world full of
028amazement filled with games like air hockey and foosball as well as food trucks and class office fundraisers. All grades are welcome as it's a celebration to the end of our homecoming festivities. Moving on to our visual and performing arts program. Last Saturday, our El Camino Jazz Band performed at Concert in the Park at Orange Park. This was their first performance of the year featuring a classic Stevie Wonder melody. We thank you. We like to thank all of you who attended and we hope to have another great performance in our music program. To continue supporting, you can watch all our band and choir performers this fall in on our fall fundraiser at our plaython on October 3rd at 5:00 p.m. It will be live streamed on our culture TV on YouTube. You can watch the event
029in the comfort of your home while eating food from one of our takeovers that day. Another highlight of this month was Freshman Field Day, an event designed to help 9th graders connect and feel more at home. Link crew, a group of supportive upperassmen, organized this event that took place during flex and gave the freshmen a chance to bond through games, crafting, singing, and other fun activities. It was all about building friendships, easing transition into high school, and creating a sense of community right from the start. September has been full of bonding moments and memories for all our members of our school community. And I can't wait to continue this trend as we further into the school year. That concludes my report. And unless there's any questions or concerns, I'd like to thank you for listening.
030>> Thank you so much. >> Drink some tea. No, just drink some tea. Can I say some comments about uh I just wanted to say thank you for your report, Izzy. And um I I just also I've been following the homecoming theme on Instagram and I I just what happened there. Sorry. U so and I regret, you know, I hope you can share photos of the decorations um with the dance. I regret you. I kind of wanted to go check it out, but I have my daughter's birthday party on the same day. So, yeah. So, everyone I hope everyone has fun. So, thank you. Great. All right. Moving on to public comments. Item M to comment in person during the meeting. Public comments are limited to 1 to three minutes per individual per board bylaw
0319323. Name and address cards are placed in the back of the room to be completed and given to the secretary. The board president will call upon individuals in random order who have requested to speak. Each person may only speak once and is required to address the board from the podium. The meeting is recorded and streamed live. Individuals may address the board concerning school business not on the agenda, but public comment cannot be acted upon or discussed by the board unless placed on the agenda at a subsequent meeting. In accordance to the law, the Brown Act, the board may request staff to respond orally at the meeting or in writing at a future time. We have four comments tonight, so we'll have the full amount of time. We'll start with Chase Marzan. All right. Good evening
032everyone. So I want to start off with a quote. One does not see anything until one sees its beauty. This is a quote that I saw before the school year started and I'm trying to put this in practice in everything I do. One of the hardest things to practice is on is myself. Um, but we'll get into that later. This school year though, in alignment with our priority of exceptional instruction, academic discourse, I have incorporated some academic discourse in Los Certos's PBS assembly, and I have been also going into the classrooms to present my meet the cub counselor cub lesson. I'm still working on getting through all the grades. I have three classes left to introduce myself to. And like I mentioned with a quote of not seeing anything until seeing its beauty is hard
033to practice myself. We are our own worst critics. In each of my lessons so far, I had someone else from LC school staff like the reading specialist, instructional coach, principal, school psychologist, Eel Perah, and district staff like the KOSA, the POSA, and Edtetosa observed some of my lessons. I feel like it's really important to get feedback from different sources as everyone has different perspectives. I have three left, so if you want to come observe and give me feedback, let me know. I can send you the schedule. Um, but one person's feedback stood out to me the most for what I thought was one of the worst lessons that I've done so far. So much that I was embarrassed that the reading specialist, Stacy Alvarez, had to see that. Despite thinking it was terrible, Miss Alvarez
034was able to notice many strengths in my lesson that I was unable to see and really made me realize my lesson wasn't so bad that time and there were many things out of control my control. Being able to see through the noise and see the heart in my work, she was able to see my bright spots and help me continue becoming an empowered educator. I really appreciated the time she spent with me debriefing the lesson with me. I hope that when our district enacts these learning walks throughout the school year, we see the bright spots like how Miss Alvarez saw with me in that fifth grade classroom when I was presenting on what counseling is. Thank you. >> Thank you, >> Yan Lee. Um, good evening members of the board and members of the community.
035I am Yun Lee, a junior at South San Francisco High School. I'm here tonight because students in the South San Francisco Unified School District are struggling with scheduling issues that limit their ability to take classes they are genuinely p passionate about. Too often, PE requirements block access to electives that should inspire future careers or give students a creative outlet. Why should students have to choose between pursuing their interests and fulfilling requirements when many other school districts like Half Moon Bay, Hills and Aragon have already found a solution? Those districts, they use a model where students take one year PE for the foundations and then after that their sports participation can count for PE credit. Specifically, one full completion of a sports season counts for one semester of PE credit. This ensures students still get the
036education they need while recognizing that time, discipline, and physical activity that sports already demand. This is about opportunity, equity, and recognition. Students dedicate hours after school and even weekends to their teams. Yet, that effort goes unrecognized academically. For instance, at least dedicate 15 hours per week during sports. And for a full season, that's roughly around 180 hours, not counting weekend tournaments and summer conditioning. Despite this, they are losing chances to take electives that could shape their future. It feels unfair and it's leaving many students frustrated in boxing. The student interest is real and the need is urgent. By adapting this model for counting sports for PE credit, we wouldn't just open doors. We would relieve stress, give students more room to explore passions, and even save the district money by reducing the number of students
037forced into summer school just to meet PE credits. Why should the South San Francisco Unified School District lack behind when nearby districts are already giving their students these opportunities? Our students deserve the same flexibility, the same recognition, and the same respect for the com commitments they already make. Here in my hand, I have petitions with over a hundred signatures with me. I would like to submit these officially. Thank you for listening to me. >> Thank you. All right, Megan Connory. [Music] >> Thanks. Uh, good evening, Dr. Moore, Cabinet, President Anthony, Trustees, and South San Francisco public. My name is Megan Connory, and I am the secretary of the South San Francisco Classroom Teachers Association. Um, before attending the school board meeting tonight, I did deep dive into the school board when the school board started
038allowing anonymous written public comments. We initiated this practice during co and I believe it is time to eliminate the anonymous aspect of the written public comment. I understand the written comment is very convenient if you can't attend but make the name field a requirement to fill in. If they don't put in their name then they don't put their com then don't put the comment on the website. Um, now I'm going to address one of the public comments, something that district leadership should have addressed in the last two weeks. Um, to defend the Mathtosis, the person who made the anonymous public written comment needs to understand some of the facts. The Mathtosis had a shortened summer vacation because on May 22nd, the trustees of the school board put forward a recommendation to implement the math adoption
039for grades 3 to five instead of what the math team had recommended. Their recommendation was for grades K25 a pilot IM for a year. The trustees had a very long discussion about how the pilot program would take yet another year. So instead, the board direction for staff was to return with a recommendation for the math adoption for grades three to five at one of the June board meetings. So while we were all getting ready for the end of the school year, I'll bet the mathtosis were cancelling their summer plans because they had to be here all summer to make sure that the teachers would get their workbooks, teachers editions, and unit one card stock cutouts just to start. They had to go to each school when the workbooks were being delivered so the boxes of
040workbooks were put somewhere safe at each site. They had to plan the June trainings and the August trainings, making sure that all of the teachers were happy and fully equipped for the start of the school year. Also, because of the board's decision, it also seems someone forgot to order the K2 materials that should have been ordered because they were not getting the new curriculum. A director or an assistant superintendent, not a teacher on special assignment, should be responsible for such tasks. Therefore, I would like to address this anonymous individual directly. Who are you really directing your eye to? You also need to remember that the tossas teachers on special assignment are in the same union as you are, assuming you are part of our union. Thank you so much. [Music] Um, good evening, President Anthony
041and Dr. Moore, members of the school board and the cabinet members of the community. My name is Alma Risoto. I am the board member of South San Francisco uh education foundation and I'm here tonight to invite you all to participate in our fall readathon community book fair fundraiser. The education foundation was founded about three years ago by a group of parents volunteers to support the school district with special focus on school students with high needs. We align with the district portal of graduate and strategic plan in our funding priorities. One of our areas of focus is literacy. Reading proficient is tied to long-term success. Having more books in our homes, reading as families, and seeing our trustees adult read their own books to their children's reading above grade level. Some school sites will be heling
042holding their readathon later on this school year. But for general, public teachers, school boards members, and all interested during the month of October, we will invite you all to participate in our readathon. You can participate by uh setting a personal reading goal. For example, to read minutes of books, read numbers of pages, um share the goal with your family, community, and invite them to pledge to readathon in support. Funding donations to the readathon will be split 50/50 with the school. School sites will use their funds for wellness programs like schoolwide assemblies, social and emotional learning, and PTA community activities. We will also use our funds for funding programs to kick off readathon donation drive. We are partnering with the South San Francisco Public Blackberry to hold a communitywide uh school uh lastic book fair. The
043book fair will be run from October 2nd to October 5th in the second floor room during library o uh opening hours. We think we thank the city and the library for partnership and hoping that they will you guys will stop by to shop. We will have information in our social media and our website next few days. Okay. Thank you. I know we're not allowed to address public comment, but I love the idea of a readathon for everybody. I'll probably sign up. All right, moving on to the action portion of our agenda. Action one, admit. Oh, wait, no, no, I skipped a couple pages. Sorry about that. So excited. Got some amazing people here that we we do want to hear from. Where where did I miss this? Okay, here we go. All right. Item N,
044information presentations. Item one, teaching and learning, teaching and learning presentation, Parkway Heights Middle School. Dr. Campbell. Good evening, board of trustees, community of South San Francisco Unified School District. It is my pleasure to introduce the proud principal of Parkway Heights Middle School, Kathy Wyn. >> Thank you, Dr. Campbell. Yes. Yay. Okay. Um Okay. Good evening board members, Dr. Moore and cabinet members and community. My name is Kathleen Wyn and I'm the proud principal of Parkway Heights Middle School. This evening, I'm going to share with you some data, information, and special events that make Parkway a special place for our community along with the work that we are doing to align district priorities and portrait of a graduate at our site. Okay. Um I guess is Oh okay. Our portrait of a graduate is our vision
045and our promise to our students. It is our commitment to our students that they will have an opportunity to develop these characteristic in our schools and will graduate from our school meeting these aims. We believe we can achieve our portrait of a graduate vision by adhering to our core values and accomplishing our strategic priorities. At Parkway Heights, we embody the C core value. Community is our strength. We know we are stronger when we all work together. We value everyone's voice and want students, families, and staff to feel empowered to work together to achieve our goals. Our portrait of a graduate vision is our commitment to our students that they will have an opportunity to develop the four aim as graduate aims or characteristics in our schools and will graduate from our schools meeting these aims.
046These four graduate aims describe students who learn constantly as their life and world change, navigate their futures purposefully, thrive as a person, and impact their communities for the better. Our mission at Parkway is to work collaboratively to ensure that each student is prepared for high school and postsecary education. We involve the community to promote student success and build on the expectations of our school culture. Our staff works collaboratively to support one another and the diverse needs of our students. Our school vision is for all students to be engaged and learning in a positive and safe school community. We are all responsible for each and every student's success. Our areas of focus are instruction and engagement and culture and climate. And here are our site goals. Our site goals align with the three district priorities. Engage
047students belonging and well-being and exceptional instruction with academic discourse and math. Our student population is 79% Hispanic Latinx with 41% of our population being multilingual learners and 20 and a half% students with disabilities. Here's our month-by-month attendance rate and chronic absentism rate. Our attendance rates are in the mid 90s and we're focused on keeping the chronic absentism rate down. Um, here is our year-by-year comparison. We're on track seeing slight improvements in both attendance rates and chronic absentism rates compared to the 23 to 24 school year. This is our year-to-year comparison for ELPAC over the last five years. Our recent data shows that 30% of our students increase at least one ELPI level while 53% maintain level and 16.5% decrease at least one level. Academic discourse was focused on by our ILT during the 2024 to
04825 school year. We worked on strategies and observed each other's classes to help inform changes to make. The students in the classes of the two teachers on ILT who teach EL and ELA outperform the students in ELLA as measured by an increase of at least one level on the English language proficiency level. The ILT is continuing this work and ILT members are working with their departments this school year to spread best practices with academic discourse across the school. This is our suspension rate for the 22 to 23 and 23 to 24 school year. This is a decline of 2.8%. At Parkway, we implemented weekly MTSS kit talk meetings focused on evaluating student outcome data and providing supports along with conducting home visits as needed. Our goal is to be proactive and implement positive interventions. The
049next three slides are going to cover our cast results over the last five years along with comparison to state and district performance. In ELA, 28% of our students met or exceeded standards. Our trend is similar to the district performance. In math, 22% of our students met or exceeded standards. The performance day study from last school year. In science, 20% met or exceeded standards. And then please notice the percentage of students that did not meet standards decreased significantly. Here are some supports that we have at parkways to support staff and students. This is not an exhaustive list as our team are constantly working and planning a variety of ways to support each other and students. Some ways that we are bringing the portrait of a graduate to Parkway are students engaging and participating in Ruby Bridges
050Day, um career day where we have around 30 or more guest speakers speaking to students about their careers and also last spring Parkway was awarded the Kent Award for our career day program. We also have activities such as Turkey Trot and PE, the color run. Um, we also have the wellness center and library along with eighth grade awards night and our mariachi band. Okay. Um, so that's the end of my presentation, but I would like to acknowledge um some of our our PTSA parents and parent volunteers. So I would like to acknowledge Amarie Sto, Amanda Parker Govia, Nani Cruell, and Evette Gomez. Um, also a shout out to our amazing staff at Parkway for all all their dedication, hard work, and commitment to our school. And also, thank you to our staff, family, and ASB
051leadership students who are here tonight um in person or online supporting Parkway. And lastly, we are holding our community popup on Saturday, October 4th at Parkway from 10 to 3, and you are all invited to join us. Um, thank you. Um, and then also before I jump into questions, I do want um Alma, Amanda, Nani, and Avette if you guys can come up for a picture. Okay. And then lastly, can I have our ASB leadership students, our staff, um, parents, PTSA, everyone stand up so we can acknowledge you guys? And >> oh that's including you Paula. You're a part of our team. Thank you. >> Okay. And then any questions? [Music] >> Oh, all right. You guys may sit down. Thank you. comments. Trusty Lamb. Okay. >> Hello. Uh yeah, thank you for the wonderful
052presentation. Um I uh well, I'm I'm looking forward at some point to visit the campus. Um but I I know I did have an opportunity to see, you know, some of the the leadership students um last year um at the Spruce Science Fair. So I know there's some collaboration with Spruce which I believe a lot of you are from like that funnels into Parkway from what I understand. Um so it's great to see that that connection with uh you know the the younger generation and uh yeah to have that uh service uh connection u built up in that way and then um and it was great to um you know celebrate the Kent Awards that uh you guys received last year for the uh the career day at DNICU there. So yeah, thank yeah, it
053was great hanging out with you that night. That was pretty fun. But uh yeah, looking forward to seeing that uh program continue to grow. So you know, hopefully I can uh come check that out as well in some point. Yeah, thank you. >> Thank you, >> Jesse Shay. >> Thank you, Principal Wayne, uh for the great presentation and with all the your people here. Thank you. Uh I I'm looking forward for the June 2026 uh for the for the school to meet the goal. I know the our the belonging and well well-being that kids um survey is not ready yet. And so I'm looking forward to see that and also the math and uh academic discourse. But I also I do want to highlight uh the great work that you already shared the um absentee
054uh the attendance increasing on the percentage and also the chronic absentee the uh drop greatly um even though we only have two month in but it's great news on that and I also want to you are very humble the science our performance on our science is increasing from 13% to 20% on student who our meet and exceeded. I think this is really great work. 7% increase um on that great work. So, I'm continue looking forward for the June uh meeting our school goals. >> Thank you. And it's team effort and actually one of our science teachers here back here, Miss Tam. [Applause] All right, Trusty Richardson. Thank you, principal. Um, Miss, >> I was uh at the back to school night and you have such a wonderful environment there that I'm not surprised to see
055the attendance numbers in the '9s. I think it's a fun place to be. Um, I'm just wondering if if it's uh the food that the menu changed this year and we're hoping that that's has a lot to do with kids wanting to come to school because I don't know do this is an age where food is their friend. You know, they they're growing and so I I understand that, but I'd kind of like to know about how the kids like the menu. Um, I look at the numbers and I I see that the response for the students and uh is important to me. So, how how do you kids like the menus that uh we we're catering? We we're paying a lot of money to feed you two good meals. Okay. Well, I'm hoping >>
056you guys like the food. >> But, uh, >> thumbs up. Yes. Thumbs down. >> I heard the pepperoni pizza is really popular. And you have a wellness a wellness uh uh how does that coming along? Do the kids use it a lot? You know, instead of staying home, they come to school. >> Yeah. The students love the wellness center, right? Hey, do you guys like the wellness center? Um, we were really lucky because over the summer we had Abby and Heart of America come in to revamp the wellness center. So, it's painted, it's updated with new furniture, and then along with our library and then adding on a steam lab this year. >> Well, that's nice to hear and thank you for for your continued um service to our community. That's a very challenging age
057to be around, but keep keep us young and trim running around. Thank you. >> Thank you. >> Yeah. Speaking of running around, thank you for letting me participate in your color run um last year. It was like the first time I ran in years. Uh and it lasted too long. Um but it was really a lot of fun and I thank you for including me in your community. Um this is a wonderful community. Um I really appreciate the work that you're doing on uh belonging. Um I also appreciate the work that you guys are doing on on the math and academic discourse. It is great. I wanted to echo uh what Dr. Shay was saying uh about seeing the growth in science. Um I know that we've we've done a lot of work in science
058in the last few years and so it's great to see that paying off and I think that'll we'll see the same thing in our math and our reading scores. Um, I just I love this community and I'm I'm so glad um that you've all came out tonight and thank you for spending your time with us and uh keep it up. >> Thank you. >> All right. Uh moving on to item P, consent agenda. The following items are submitted for board approval. One motion will authorize action for those items so designated. Uh any questions or comments on these items. >> All right. Can I get a motion? >> So move. >> Second. Great. Motion by Shay, second by Lamb. All in favor? >> I. Motion carries 40. All right. Action one, administration uh resolution 2556, Filipino
059American History Month. Uh Trustee Richardson, could you read this into the record, please? >> Admission 1A, resolution 2556, Filipino American History Month. >> Can you read it into the record, please? >> We are there. Would you like to? >> Uh, yeah. Um, if if you still if it's for your >> Trusty Lamb, will you be reading this into the record? >> Do you need it? >> I I have it. Okay. In front of me on my device. So, um, yeah, if it's if it's all right still, too. Yes. The first one. Yes. >> I would love to read it if if you don't. >> Well, I do. I do. >> Uh, well, no, I do. I Please just read it. >> Okay. I I'll read it. So, um, yeah. So, uh, resolution, uh, 2556, Filipino
060American History Month, October 1 through October 31, 2025. Uh, whereas October was formerly designated as Filipino American History Month in 2009 by the California State Assembly and by the United States Congress in November 2009. And whereas October was chosen to commemorate the arrival of the first Filipinos in the United States at Marorrow Bay, California in 1587, making them the earliest documented Asians to visit visit North America. And whereas Filipino Americans have for many generations contributed economically, culturally, and socially to the development of United States history, and specifically to the 1960s United Farm Workers Movement in California. And whereas it's important for FilipinoAmerican youth to celebrate their rich ethnicity and valuable legacy and to instill in them the importance of education. And whereas California Education Code section 51204.5 specifically calls for instruction in the social sciences
061to include the study of the role and contributions of Asian-Americans to the economic, political, and social development of California and the nation with particular emphasis on portraying the role of this group in contemporary society. And whereas the Filipino-American community is the largest Asian-American group in the United States with approximately 4.4 million residents as of 2020, including the largest state population of roughly of roughly 1.7 million in California and represents a significant portion of the district's student population. Now, therefore, be it resolved that the South San Francisco Unified School District uh Board of Trustees hereby recognizes and honors Filipino Americans during Filipino American History Month, regularly passed and adopted this 25th day of September, 2025. And just to add a personal note, uh it's an honor to read this um as my kids are half Filipino,
062my husband's Filipino, and we're from Westboro, which is uh has a lot of great Filipino establishments. Oh, hey, hey, Phoenix. So, um, >> yeah. So, thank you for allowing me to read this into the record. >> Thank you. Can I get a motion to approve? >> A motion. >> Second. >> I got a motion from Richardson, second from Shay. Can I have a roll call, please? >> Sure. >> Student Trustee AOA. >> I >> trusty Richardson. >> Yes. >> Trusty Shay, >> yes. >> Trustee Lamb, >> yes. >> President Anthony, >> yes. Motion carries 40. Item B, resolution 2557, dyslexia awareness month. >> Thank you. Um, resolution 2557, dyslexia awareness month in recognition October 2025 as National Dyslexia Awareness Month. Whereas dyslexia is a neural biological language-based learning disability that primarily affects phonological processing leading
063to difficulties with accurate and or fluent word recognition and by poor spelling and decoding abilities. Whereas estimates suggest that approximately 15 to 20% of individuals may exhibit symptoms consistent with dyslexia. Though formal diagnosis rates are lower, whereas children who develop proficient re reading skills are more likely to perform better academically, attain higher levels of education, experience better health outcome, and have increased employment opportunities. Whereas students with dyslexia are at an elevated risk for anxiety, depression, and other mental health conditions with some studies indicating prevalence rates two to five times higher than their peers. Whereas research indicates that nearly 85% of youth involved in the juvenile justice system struggle with reading, underscoring the critical need for early literacy intervention. Whereas California dyslexic guidelines 2017 highlight that a significant factor contributing to lower reading achievement is the
064lack of early and accurate identification of students with dyslexia. Whereas scientific sc evidence demonstrates that early identification and intervention can significantly improve literacy outcomes for students particularly those with dyslexia. Whereas effective instruction for students with dyslexia is grounded in a structured literacy approach encompassing evidence-based practices such as explicit instruction and decoding skills. Whereas students at risk for reading disabilities who receive intervention in the first and second grades make gains at nearly twice the rate of those who begin intervention in the third grade. Whereas the 202526 academic year, California law mandates that all students in kindergarten through 2 grade be annually screened for risk of reading difficulties, including dyslexia, using approved screening instruments by the California Department of Education. Whereas California law requires that parents and guardians receive information about the screening process, including results and
065proposed supports and services for students identified as at risk. Whereas ensuring high equality education and effective reading instruction for all children, including those with disabilities, is a fundamental responsibility of schools. Whereas the South San Francisco Unified School District recognizes that all children are our most valuable resource and we must provide opportunities for the students to learn and grow. Whereas the South San Francisco Unified School District acknowledges the unique strengths and talents associated with dyslexia including creativity, problem solving, and resilience. Now therefore, be it resolved the South San Francisco Unified School District Board of Trustees hereby recognizes October 2025 as National Dyslexia Awareness Month regularly passed and adopted this 25th day of September 2025. Thank you so much. Can I get a motion? >> So moved. >> Second. >> Motion from Lamb, second from Shay. Can
066I get a roll call, please? Student Trustee AOA, >> yes. >> Trusty Richardson, >> yes. >> Trusty Sha, >> yes. >> Trusty Lamb, >> yes. >> President Anthony, >> yes. Motion carries 40. Resolution 2558, National Bullying Prevention Month. >> Can I gently s suggest that we wave the reading of this? >> We read the I will read it. >> Okay. Please read it into the record. Resolution 25-58 recognizing October 2025 as National Bullying Prevention Month. Whereas the South San Francisco Unified School District affirms the right of all students and staff to attend schools that are safe and free from violence, harassment, bullying, and discrimination. And whereas providing a safe school environment that supports both the physical and emotional well-being of students and staff creates the con conditions necessary to foster academic achievements. And whereas bullying,
067harassment, discrimination, and violence, and even the fear of harm can create barriers to learning and conti contribute to low self-esteem, depression, anger, and in extreme cases, school violence or suicide. And whereas safe school is one in which teaching and learning are not disrupted, drugs and violence are absent, bullying and fear are not present, students are not subject to discrimination, expectations or behavior are clearly communicated and consequences for infractions are applied con consistently and fairly. And whereas school districts and county offices of education have a responsibility under California law to ensure a safe school environment that is free of intimidation and harassment. And whereas the most effective approach to building safe school environments requires a comp comprehensive coordinated effort including schoolwide, districtwide and communitywide strategies strategies in which all institutions, organizations and individuals accept responsibility for
068their roles and collaborate to establish positive climate for teaching and learning. And whereas the month of October is recognized nationally as bullying prevention month, a campaign that raises awareness of bullying and provides schools and communities with an opportunity to educate students, families, and the public about their role in bullying prevention. Now therefore, be it resolved that the South San Francisco Unified School District District School Board of Trustees hereby recognizes October 2025 as National Bullying Prevention Month regularly passed and adopted this 25th day of September 2025. >> Thank you. Can I get a motion? >> So moved. >> Second. >> Motion by Lamb. Second by Shay. Can I get a roll call, please? >> Student trustee Choa. Yes. >> Trusty Richardson. >> Yes. >> Trusty Shay. >> Yes. >> Trusty Lamb. >> Yes. >> President Anthony.
069>> Yes. Motion carries 40. Resolution 2559, Italian-American Heritage Month. I will also again gently recognize that suggest that we wave the reading. >> I will read it. Thank you. Resolution 2559, recognition of October as Italian American Heritage Month. Whereas Italian-American Heritage Month is celebrated every year in October to honor and recognize the centuries of achievements, successes, and valuable contributions of Italian-Americans, immigrants, and Italian-Americans. And whereas from the early expo explorers to the 5.5 million workingclass immigrants who arrived in the United States around the beginning of the 20th century, Italian-Ameans have helped shape and develop our nation. And whereas today there are more than 17 million Americans of Italian descent, making Italian-Americans one of the largest ancestry groups in the United States. And whereas bound by enduring values of faith and family, Italian-Americans have flourished in
070the area in all areas in our public and economic life while preserving their proud Italian traditions. And whereas upon arrival in the United States, the Italian-American community faced racial, social, and religious discrimination, yet Italian Americans pres persevered with hope and hard work to reach for the American dream and help build our great country. And whereas as proud service members, Italian-Americans have defended the liberty and integrity of the United States since the Revolutionary War. And whereas all Americans take great pride in the accomplishments of individuals such as Enrico Fermy who won the 1938 Nobel Prize in physics, Paolo Soleri, the celebrated architect and baseball hero Joe Deaggio. They along with count countless other Italian-Americans throughout the United States have made extraordinary contributions to our life as na as a nation. And whereas Italian-Americans contribute across all
071fields including business, education, government and arts, sciences, and public service. Now, therefore, be it resolved that the South San Francisco Unified School District Board of Trustees hereby recognize the month of October as Italian American Heritage Month, regularly passed and adopted this 25th day of September, 2025. >> Thank you. Can I get a motion? So moved. >> Second. >> Great. I got a motion by Lamb, second by Richardson. Can I get a roll call, please, Joanna? >> Student trustee. >> Yes. Trusty Richardson, >> yes. >> Trusty Shay, >> yes. >> Trusty Lamb, >> yes. >> President Anthony, >> yes. Motion carries 40. Item E, approval of the 2025 2026 South San Francisco Unified School District governance calendar. Staff recommends the approval of the SSFUSD 2025 2026 governance calendar, which highlights when certain items will come before
072the board, categorized by department and month as presented to the board. Any comments or questions? So move >> second. >> Got a motion by Shay, second by Lamb. All in favor? >> I I >> I any opposed. Okay. Motion carries 40. Uh administration 1F approval of district's response to grand jury report on who you going to call. Is career and technical education preparing high school students to fill the skilled trade gap? Staff recommends the approval of the proposed district's response to the grand jury report on who you going to call. Is career technical education preparing high school students to fill the skilled trade gap? Uh and authorizes staff to submit the response to the grand jury commission. Any comments or questions on this item? Can I get a motion? >> So move. >> Second. >>
073Great. Motion by Shay, second by Richardson. All in favor? I I >> I motion carries 40. Item G, approval ofou with bay ed fund. Staff recommends the approval of the strategic support grantou with bay ed fund for 2025 through 2028. Any questions or comments on this item? >> Uh I would like to make a comment. >> Great. I really appreciate the partnership with uh Bayet Fund. They provides uh support to help align services with the district's established vision and direction without directing district leadership. really really appreciate uh everything that he at Bay at fun support us. Thank you. >> You any other questions or comments? >> I'm also grateful for their um generosity and with the leadership of our superintendent it would not have been possible. She took this on and we hold our breath
074while we proceed. Thank you, Dr. Moore. >> Yeah, thank you. >> So move. >> Great. Second. Great. Motion by Shay, second by Lamb. All in favor? >> I. Any opposed? All right. Motion carries 40. Uh moving on to two, teaching and learning. A approval of California Community College Chancellor's Office. Staff recommends the approval of theou with California community colleges chancellor's office to support data sharing under the K12 strong workforce program. Any questions or comments on this item? >> So moved. >> Second. >> All right. We got a motion by Lamb, second by Sheay. All in favor? >> I. Any opposed? Motion carries 40 2 B. Approval of agreement with unbounded. Staff recommends the approval of the agreement with unbounded for data sharing for the 2024 2025, 2025, 2022, and 2026, 2027 school years. Any questions
075or comments on this item? >> So move. >> Motion by Shay, second, second by Lamb. All in favor? >> I. Any opposed? Okay. Motion carries 40. Item three, human resources resolution 2560, week of the administrator. Trusty Richardson, will you read this into the record? week. >> Can you turn your microphone on? >> Sorry. October 12th to 18. So, it's only one week. Whereas leadership matters for California public education system and the more than 6 million students it serves. Whereas school administrators are passionate lifelong learners who believe in the value of quality public education. And whereas the title school administrator is a broad term used to define many education leadership posts, superintendent, assistant superintendent, principles, assistant s principles, special education, adult education leaders, curriculum and assessment leaders, school business officials, classified educational leaders, and other school
076district employees are considered administrators. And whereas providing quality service for student success is paramount for the profession. And whereas most school administrators began their careers as teachers, the average administrator has served in public education for more than a decade. Most of California's superintendent have served in education for more than 20 years. Such experience is beneficial in their work to effectively and efficiently lead public education and improve student achievement. And whereas school leaders depend on a network of support from school communities, fellow administrators, teachers, parents, students, businesses, community members, board trustees, colleges and universities, community and faith-based organizations, elected officials and district and county staff and resources to promote ongoing student achievement and school success. And whereas research shows great schools are led by great principles and great districts are led by great superintendent. These site
077leaders are supported by extensive administrative networks throughout the state. And whereas the state of California has dedic declared the second full week of October as the week of the school administrator in education code 44015.1 and whereas the future of California public education depends upon the quality of leadership. Now therefore, be it resolved that the governing board of the South San Francisco Unified School District that all school leaders in the South San Francisco Unified School District be commended for their contributions they have made to successful student achievement regularly passed and adopted this 25th day of September 2025. All right. Can I get a motion? >> So move. >> Second. >> Motion by Shay, second by Lamb. Can I get a roll call, please? Join >> student trustee AOA. >> Yes. >> Trusty Richardson? >> Yes. >>
078Trusty Shay? >> Yes. >> Trusty Lamb? >> Yes. >> President Anthony? >> Yes. Motion carries 40. Thank you for the work you do. >> All right. Item 3B, adoption of tentative agreement with CSEA chapter 197 for 2025 2028. And uh if we make a motion to bring back uh let's start with that. Uh we'll have a motion for adoption of the tenative agreement. We'll start there. I was okay. I'll just start with that part. We just we're we're just going to adopt if we are interested in adopting the tenative agreement with CSA chapter 197 for 2025 2028. >> President Anthony. >> Okay. Oh, you have you have to do it together. I was going to say and if we said yes, then we would direct staff to bring back the AB 1200 contingent upon ratification.
079Okay. Okay. We Okay. So, this is the adoption of the tentative agreement of CSA chapter 197 for 2025 and 2028 contingent upon ratification by CSA chapter 197 membership. >> So, move >> before I say I mean I do want to acknowledge what um the you know CCA president um um spoke earlier. Um however you know we have what we have in front of us and um you know what the comments you know I don't want to dismiss at all but you know we have what we have in front of us and so this um so I'll second this motion because this is what we have you know we have a signed uh tenative agreement and um and obviously contingent on you know this vote being ratified but I did want to just mention that for
080the record. So, yeah, I second the motion. >> All right. Any other comments or questions? Okay, we've got a motion by Shay and a second by Lamb. All in favor? >> I >> Any opposed? Okay, motion carries 40. And so, um I was going to suggest that we make another motion to bring back upon ratification AB1200. Is that okay? Or do you is it enough to have said that it was contingent upon ratification? Uh we will bring back uh the AB1200 disclosure pending the verification of ratification by CSEA. >> Okay, great. >> All right. Um it is 8:30. Uh which means that we are due for a 10-minute captioners break. Uh so we'll return at 8:40. Thank you. >> Oh, we're going to take a break. Oh, I don't even know if this thing is
081working. All right, coming back. Okay. Uh we are on item 3C, approval ofou with CSU Northridge for unpaid interns. Staff recommends approval of theou with California State University Northridge for approve for the unpaid internship placements to university students during the 2025 2028 school year. Any questions or comments on this item? >> So move. >> Second. >> Great. Motion by Shay, second by Lamb. All in favor? >> I Any opposed? Great. Motion carries 4. All right. Student and family services 4A, approval of agreement with Robert Half Recruiters and Employment Agency. Staff recommends approval of the agreement with Robert Half Recruiters and Employment Agency for the temporary placement of a receptionist for the South San Francisco Unified School District. Any questions or comments on this item? So moved. Great. TR uh first by Lamb, second by Sheay.
082All in favor? >> I. Any opposed? Great. Motion carries. 40. 4B. Approval of license agreement with Sanwaqin County Office of Education. Staff recommends approval of the license agreement between the Sanwaqin County Office of Education and the South San Francisco Unified School District for the use of Beyond SST web-based system to support the formulation, tracking, and reporting of student success team and 504 forms for the 2025, 2026, and 2026, 2027 school years. Any questions or comments on this item? >> So move. >> Second. >> Great. Motion by Shay, second by Lamb. All in favor? >> I. Any opposed? Right. Motion carries 40. Moving on to five, business services, approval of change order number one with Meguire and Hester. Staff recommends approval of change order number one with Meguire and Hester for the Westboroough Middle School Field
083and Pavement Improvements Project in the amount of $261,427. Any questions or comments on this item? Uh, >> I just had a brief question. Uh, are we on schedule to finish this project? Uh, supposed to be in the spring. Are we Is this going to delay the Yeah, that's a good question. So yes, there was a unexpected um uh storm drain blockage erosion which you know resulted in some delay in that project. So, uh, so right now we're looking at, uh, well, the lower field that'll be completed, we look at around February 2026. And the pavement, uh, that one is, uh, special, uh, is supposed to be opened up around October 14, uh, at least half of it for the students to use >> of this year. >> Uh, October 2025. So, we're still on pretty
084much spring. >> Uh, well, the pavement is around like this fall and then and then the field is uh the spring. >> Yeah. And then I Yeah. And I I had a similar questions about the timing as well. So like uh so being that we're only able to stripe half the asphalt portion of it of the at least for this year or this fall, but the the remaining part where the the parents are currently driving on to drop off their kids. Um so that will have to be delayed till the the summertime is >> uh Yeah, that's that's correct. Yeah, that's why half of it will be available, but the other half uh is mainly the uh striping because of the weather makes it difficult to stripe it uh you know during the year. So
085we got to wait until the the summer. >> Yeah. Could I ask too like if u being that we have to delay the um the la the final part of the striping which I think is like the pickle ball courts which are actually parking. Um but that's um that will that incur cost because you know now this portion of the project got delayed. Um >> yeah I sure let me see uh uh Miss L Shelton are you on there? >> I I am. Um thank you uh everyone. Um I would like to say that yes there will be some additional costs because we will have to remobilize uh for that front half um of the paving area. So we are looking at um we're evaluating that right now as uh with the schedule and when
086we'll be able to do that. Um so yes we we don't know what that cost will be at this time but that is um under review. Okay, great. Thank you. >> So move. >> Great. Second. >> Okay. First by Shay, second by Lamb. All in favor? >> I. Any opposed? All right. Motion carries 40. Uh 5B, approval of amendment number two with Atlas Technical Consultants LLC. Staff recommends approval of amendment number two with Atlas for geotechnical and geological hazard evaluation services for Westboro Middle School Field and Pavement Improvements Project in the amount of $29,876. Any questions or comments on this item? So moved. >> Second. >> Great. Motion by Liam, second by Sheay. All in favor? >> I. Motion carries 40. Approval of amendment number four with Hamilton and Atkin Architects. Staff recommends approval of
087amendment number four with Hamilton Hamilton and Atkin Architects for architectural design services for the El Camino High School central kitchen and cafeteria project in the amount of $6,240. Any questions or comments on this item? >> So move. >> Right. Motion by Shay. Second. >> Second by Richardson. All in favor? >> I motion carries 40. All right. Approval of D. Approval of agreement with Gelfland Partners Architects. Re staff recommends approval of the agreement with Gelfin Parkers Gelfland Gelfund Gelfund Partners Architects for Architectural Services for the Juniperosa Elementary School TK building project in the amount of $28,100. Any questions or comments on this one? >> Um, I did submit some questions on this item. Um, first of all, I'm really glad that Jun Sarah's going to um have a TK classroom built as well. Um, from I
088guess things I heard that this was we were trying to get this in the last agenda, but it just it didn't quite happen in terms of the timing with the architect's proposal. Yeah. Um and then um I guess I was trying to compare the time frame between the Montyver project and and this project and you know two different architects so you know things are going to be slightly different. Um it seems like the timing is similar but um like it looks well at least according to this propo the JS proposal um they're trying to aim for occupancy by beginning of August. Is that um a feasible timeline um given the things that we know will come up uh during the project? >> Yeah. Yeah, that's a good question. Yeah. The goal is to try to
089aim to open both of them for the next school year, you know, but then, you know, we're also relying on DSA sometimes, you know, if they delay it or uh there's something unexpected comes up, you know, then that could be a delay. But, you know, we're hoping, you know, that's the goal is to try to open up for next school year. And then do you think maybe I didn't ask this earlier but but I guess something that else that came to mind was well if uh let's say we start realizing oh that we're not going to be able to hit that timeline um then I presume that's going to affect our capacity for TK for the this coming like next the next school year. Would it just be like, "Oh, okay. It's not going to
090happen. So, we have to not offer those two classes of TK or is there some contingency to like like still have some capacity for TK even if the sites aren't ready?" Yeah. Yeah. We Yeah. We haven't got to that part yet. Right now we're just kind of selecting the architect to to because there still also need to kind of look at the site more closely with you know with the uh as a as an architect. So so we don't have all the information and we haven't really discussed in case they uh are not able to do that you know uh so we don't really have the answer at this time. We just had one quick question from some of the trustee Lamb's comments. So, does that mean that the um the proposed site has been
091found? Do we know where on the property we were going to put this structure? you have idea where we want to locate but then you know as the architect does their thing you know there could be uh reasons maybe the the area we select that might not work so so we don't so we we don't really know for 100% sure what the exact location is at this time but it's just based on what the principal as we walk the site where we want we think is the best area to put it let's say that Okay, thank you. >> And can I throw in one last thing? Um just to clarify for the public. So um like assuming we pass this which I presume but um then what steps uh follow after this like for both
092this JS project and Monty Vvery there's um I'm presumed there's going to be some item on a future agenda for um you know the actual construction or you know those kinds of things. Um what what could we expect moving forward? Yeah, I know. Uh, one thing we have is because we're trying to purchase a a prefabricated uh a modular building that to kind of place in there. So, so it be it will be like different sections to put together. So, so that that's the quickest way to put it in there and also uh the structure you know once put together is, you know, just same as a brick and mortar. So, it's going to last quite 50 to 75 years. So uh uh so we'll probably have some kind of uh pick it back contract
093to coming to the board for that uh for both of the the sites. >> So move. >> Great. Uh motion by Shay, second by Richardson. All in favor? >> I Any opposed? Motion carries 40. Item E, approval of change order number one and number two with Wickman Construction. Staff recommends approval of change order number one and number two with Wickman Construction for the El Camino High School building J alterations project in the amount of $464. That seems like such a little amount. >> Yes. >> So move question, please. Where is this building J? And um is it in the main building of the high school? I have I don't know my way around El Camino High School. >> Yeah, I am not sure exactly how to describe where it's located. Uh >> I can uh
094Hello. Can you hear me? >> Yes, Wazi. Yeah, I've been just listening so I think I can clarify things easily from here. Um, measure building J is a a designation of the shop building according to the original DSA uh set. So it's the shop building. What it is is that we created two specialed classrooms out of the old room 63. Uh so they were partitioned into two uh classrooms for special ed students and then there was a life skills uh classroom added and the poultry sum that you see is a net amount. There was an ad and there was a deduction because we took out some of the acoustical tile that they were going to put in because our existing tiles were in great shape. So, we try to keep this as close as the
095original contract amount. And so, basically, that's what what it is. Uh, that's the two special ed classrooms in room 63, which is the old shop building next to the old auto shop. >> Any other questions or comments? >> So, I already motioned. Oh, is this right? Oh, did we second? I'll second. >> Okay. Uh, motion by Sheay, second by Lamb. All in favor? >> I. Motion carries 40. Approval of change order number one with zone 4 construction. Staff recommends the approval of change order number one with zone 4 construction for the district office accessibility improvements project in the amount of $5,930. Any questions or comments on this item? >> Uh, I just figured um I would ask when this would be completed. I I've kind of passed by the district office on a few occasions
096and >> it looks like it's close completely. >> Yeah, I peaked through the fence. It looked pretty close, right? But um I know folks who are visiting the district office have had to go to, you know, around the back or you know the side entrance. So yeah, it sounds >> Yeah. Yeah. By the end of this month, everything should be wrapped up. >> Yes. Uh again, I'm uh I I just uh got a note from the DSA inspector that the existing accessible parking uh surface is more than 2%. So they're making us he's making us uh put a little more asphalt overlay on the future what they call uh what we're calling accessible parking next to the entry. Um, but we are still shooting for the end of next week, which is the end of
097the month. That's the plan. >> Are you going to keep that beautiful dome plant out in front? I really like the way they did that topiary type. >> I I I'm sorry. Sorry. I I couldn't quite understand. Are you talking about the landscaping of the tree on the >> I'm talking about the plant that's right outside the front that used to be um the front door. Um has that changed any of the topary? >> I think that tree still remains but uh you know you'll see uh we have just uh address the entry as required. You know, we have we've been out of compliance for 35 years. The ADA passed in 1990. Finally fi finally we we are getting uh an an an entry which will be uh compliant with all the codes. Uh the
098tree that remains between the payroll and the entry that still is there but the small hedges and bushes that used to be uh right next to the low wall uh that has been removed but we are pro providing new landscaping. Uh we are we are receiving the new marquee tomorrow but that will be installed after the contractor goes. That's usually installed by us. So we can in future have scrolling messages and important announcements right from the entry area for all public to see and hear you know. >> Thank you. >> Great motion by Shay. >> second by Richardson. All in favor? I I motion carries 40. >> All right. Review of future agenda items and meetings. Any questions or comments? We decide what terms we were going to use for the um where we have
099it. The community building I mean the community meeting in October. >> In October >> the community forum is on October 23rd. >> Yeah. Did we choose? >> We did. It's in here. It's on It's on the And it's on the list. >> What date was it? >> October 23rd. >> Oh, okay. But nothing's on there. >> Oh, just that >> artificial intent. Okay. >> Great. Summary for directives. >> There are none. And moving on to good and welfare. Nothing for trusty shay. >> Good good and welfare. >> Oh, [Music] >> all I have to offer this time it was that we went to we had a concert in in the park and our famous El Camino High School jazz band with Mr. Gala was presenting and everybody had a wonderful time at Orange Park right
100close to our our district offices and we had a I saw trustee Lamb. >> Oh yeah, I saw >> and we waved I think I waved from far. Um yeah, so many community buildings were I mean clubs were there and uh city offices uh city departments were giving residents um information about future parks at Janentech along the um the coast. So those and the city apparently is a gift from Janentech. So it was a really a nice time to um just enjoy a warm afternoon. Thank you. >> Yeah, I have a couple of minutes of reports and I'll try to just get through. So but uh you know it's a lot's been happening. Um, you know, I first of all, I hope everyone's, uh, school year's been going very smoothly. If, uh, your family is
101anything like mine, uh, daily school routines have been happening, you know, with the drop offs, pickups, homework, etc. Um, you know, walk-athon, oh, Montre walkathon tomorrow. Uh, field trips have been happening, conference week is just around the corner, as well as homecoming. Um, first PTA meetings and activities have been starting. Um, I'm doing my best to catch uh the ones at least at Monty Vvery and South City High since my kids are there, but hoping to visit other PTAs as well. Um, so uh first of all, again, thank you to all our PTA leaders for their service. Um, but uh to the community um please help them out um and join your school's PTA if you haven't already. Um Trusty Richardson mentioned um the El Camino High School jazz band um at the concert in
102the park. Uh yeah, they were amazing. Uh their solos were uh spectacular. Um, not many high school bands can brag that we're an opening act for Ozo Mley. I mean, come on, this is crazy, right? So, yeah, again, congrats to director uh Raymond Gala um and all the student musicians uh for sharing their artistry with the community. Uh, we also saw um the South San Francisco Ed Foundation um at the concert in the park and yeah, just to reiterate the book fair that's happening at the LPNR October 2nd through the 4th. So, I'm looking forward to visiting that as well. Um because also the funds are going to benefit um all of our schools. So, thank you to for their partnership. Um so, yeah, speaking of partnership, u you know, PTA, South School Ed Foundation,
103you know, we just talked about Bay Ed fund earlier in the agenda. Um you know, all these partnerships uh are improving the quality of life at our schools. Another important partner is CTA. So, shout out to uh CTA President Sher Ji. Um, thank you for meeting me for a coffee uh and talking about how CTA and the district can continue to partner uh for the benefit of our kids. Uh partnership with the city of South San Francisco. Um, so, uh, I'll just mention that, um, at Westboro, uh, Middle School, um, there's a Westboro demonstration project, uh, um, that's, uh, being supported by South San Francisco's public works department and Santo County Office of Education. Um, that just installed, um, uh, temporary curb extensions on the corners of Kalen and Westboro and Gway and Westboro. Um,
104it's a lot like the C project in Martin. a demonstration um with the goal of improving school safety for our students walking to and from uh the middle school. Um so I'm definitely looking forward to uh seeing what comes from that project. Uh Dr. Moore mentioned um how the city council honored our South City High School baseball and softball teams. So congrats to them again. Um I did uh check out um and you know got to clap for them at the meeting last night. uh the student athletes and coaches definitely deserve that recognition and um so wishing them continued success um in the coming season. And then on a personal note um at that same uh council meeting um you know we there was a very moving tribute to um the late uh Pedro Gonzalez
105um he's our city's first Latino mayor and council member um who passed away September 12th at the age of 92. Um if folks have a chance, you know, to check out the recording of the the city council meeting, it was it was very moving. Um just a lot of love for him, um love for his service. Um I think he served three terms um on the city council. Um so I just want to express my deepest condolences to his wife Eldie and his children and family. Um you know, Pedro Gonzalez, Pedro and Eld, they're both very, very sweet and supportive of our family. Um he's been a big supporter of the youth. um you know he just had a lot of love for people in the community and um and he was I mentioned he
106was the biggest supporter of the youth um over many years of service and so just really going to miss him and um and um yeah that's all I can say. So >> great I'd like to um honor the South San Francisco Education Foundation uh for partnering on the community book fair. I think it's a really great example of um Thrive and it's also a great example of our purposeful partnerships and as well as our ex excellent instruction. Um this is a great way for us to build uh libraries for our schools and really build uh the ability for kids to see themselves in books and and really enjoy reading. So I think that's going to be a great part of excellent instruction. Um so I'm really excited. Um, thank you for uh attending that next
107week. And if you can't make it next weekend, as I probably will not be able to, you can still order online uh through the 15th. So with that, um we will be adjourning in uh honor of Pedro Gonzalez. This evening, the board of trustees adjourns in memory of Pedro Gonzalez, who passed away peacefully on September 12th, 2025 at the age of 92. A devoted husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, Mr. Gonzalez lived in South San Francisco for over 70 years, dedicating his life to family, community, and public service. He served on the South San Francisco Parks and Recreation Commission, is later appointed to the city council in 2000, where he served until 2013, including time as mayor. His leadership helped bring forward many projects that shaped and strengthened the city, including the South San Francisco ferry
108terminal. Mr. Mr. Gonzalez will be remembered for his faith, his love of family, and his tireless commitment to the people of South San Francisco. We honor Mr. Gonzalez's m many contributions and extend our deepest condolences to his family. Thank you so much. The meeting is adjourned.