Monday March 2 @ 3:30 pm in Kermit King Room 801

Present: J. Lynett (Executive Director); F. Kloepper (PRPE President); S. Walker (PB, TK-5 Vice President); M. Flickinger (Liberty; 6-12 Vice President); S. Silva-Whedbee (KK; Corresponding Secretary); J. Hutchings (FMS; Treasurer); S. Hamilton (FMS Representative); J. Jaeger (KK Representative); S. Wilder (VP Representative); B. Woods (WP/Negotiations Representative); P. Diaz (TAABS Representative); B. Boddington (SPED Representative); M. Delbar (PRHS Representative); C. Bradshaw (PRHS Representative); C. Wright (LMS Representative);

Executive Board/Site Representative Council Meeting Agenda

Guest: Dr. Curt Dubost - PRJUSD Superintendent

Dr. Dubost answered to questions from the membership

1. How many layoffs are predicted?

   1. all temporary certificated will be notified with no guarantee of rehire

   2. a maximum of 5 probationary (most likely 3) will receive notifications. Programs cut are under enrolled classes at PRHS.

   3. no permanent staff will be cut.

2. Will there be cuts at the DO?

   1. No Central Administration cuts are planned. Two Site Administrators will be let go.

3. Declining enrollment

   1. Two elementary (VP and BS) have projected enrollment under 400 students. Each MS has a projected decline of 40/50 students.

   2. studies project a decline and a slight increase to flat

   3. high cost of housing is the cause of decline

   4. information about projected enrollment will be made available online

   5. At present there are no plans to close schools. Very likely the boundaries will be redrawn.

4. New housing developments

   1. Construction will soon begin at the site across from WP, near Food 4 Less. Estimated completion is in two years. Student population growth projections do not indicate the need to open another school

5. Will the COE continue to be involved in decision making?

   1. Yes, this is a 3 year process. We are still in qualified status. Diana Larson will continue to be involved in Negotiations

6. Can we have another dual immersion program?

   1. No, we can’t find enough Spanish speaking staff and students for another site.

   2. District is considering another option.

7. Can we expect a raise?

   1. No, we are expecting a COLA increase but the funds are going to benefits and the reserve.

8. Grade reconfiguration

   1. No final decision for the next school year, there are many issues to be discussed.

   2. grade reconfiguration will cause some reduction in staff, it is easier to have a self contained class than a compartmentalized sixth grade

9. Is this a Paso only problem?

   1. Many big Districts including LA, SD and Oakland are facing big reductions. Paso is planning to make mindful decisions and slow cuts

10. Program Reductions

    1. Projected reduction in electives at PRHS. At the elementary level programs will not be cut, but there will be a reduction in days.

11. Retirement incentive

    1. not planned for the next 5 years

12. How will budget restraint affect Liberty and Independence?

    1. will be looking at referral process for Liberty and Independence

    2. considering a “hybrid” HomeSchool program. We will not be recruiting from other districts.

13. Opportunity Program at WP

    1. So far there is only a very small class and wellness class. There is a  need to fine tune the program. The VP Wellness center is successful

    2. There are no guarantees on the permanence of the program

14. Transportation

    1. lack of drivers is the primary reason for cuts

15. Encroachment

    1. SPED, Transportation and Food services

       1. Food services issue is being resolved. If we have 55% unduplicated (free and reduced lunch) for 3 years in a row we will receive extra funds

       2. transportation - 1.9 million encroachment. SPED transportation can not be cut

       3. SPED - 8.5 million encroachment. Lawsuit compensation comes from the General Fund. SELPA is returning programs to the District because we can run them at a lower cost. The creation of a SELPA North is being considered. Salud Carbajal is fighting to get the Federal Govt to fully fund SPED

16. Admin for IEPs at the HS

    1. a part time administrator is being considered.

I Approval of minutes from the February Meeting

• Motion to approve minutes: Approved (Melissa F. and B. Woods)

II Treasurer’s Reports: John Hutchings

• John presented the treasurer's report, Jim L presented the 2019-2020 budget and stipend list.

• Motion to approve Treasurer’s Report: Approved (Sue W and Carly B)

• Motion to approve budget 2019-2020: Approved (Fred K and Bridget W)

• Motion to approve stipend list: Approved (Fred K. and Peggy D.)

III Membership Chair – Nancy Mayer (Email list, Membership Drive)

• not present at the meeting

IV REMEMBER TO KEEP TRACK OF YOUR TIMESHEETS, OFFICERS.

V. Unfinished business/Updates

a) Negotiations (Elementary SPED, Transportation, Programs, Stipends)

• Elementary Task force completed. A Behavior Specialist and two paraeducators will be hired to support Gen Ed teachers with behavioral outbursts.

• Low survey participation made it difficult to assess staff needs. Discussed not getting adequate information prior to receiving surveys

• By May 15 State will receive tax receipts. State Budget to be released by June 15. We will know then what funds are being disbursed how the funds will be used.

• Tomorrow there will be an LCAP meeting at the DO from 5:30 to 7:00 pm.

• Discussion regarding re-configuration of middle school/elementary schools from current to TK-6 and 7-8; or TK-5, 6th, and 7-8

• Concerns about impact/space at elementary sites with re-configuration

b) Grievances

• None at this time

c) Surveys

• We will be working on Discipline and Morale Surveys

• Melissa F created two admin surveys, one for Site Administrators and one for Central Administration Personnel. Officers will respond to the Administrative Surveys and discuss it at the next meeting.

d) 6-12 Issues – Melissa Flickinger

• Nothing to report

• Carly B presented to issue of truancy and absenteeism at PRHS

e) TK-5 Issues – Stephenie Walker (Grade Re-configuration)

• Grade Re-configuration discussed and how this will affect sites, behaviors and administrators

f) Digital Newsletter – Susan Whedbee

• The next Digital Newsletter will be released 03/20

g) PAR Report/Website - Fred

• Nobody in PAR

VI.New Business

a) Layoffs

• On March 5th the list of positions to be cut (Reduction in Force) will be released. Probationary teachers will be notified by March 15. 4/30 Probationary teachers may not be re-elected. Positions to be cut, currently occupied by permanent teachers, will be limited to electives at PRHS (CTE, Ag, Foreign Language)

• Some admin positions will also be reduced

• transportation will be reduced

b) Reorganization/Involuntary Transfers

• teachers and administrators currently in positions slated to be cut will have the option to return to classroom positions they are credentialed for

• discussed how the projected reductions in VAPA/PE will affect TK-3 prep periods

c) Coronavirus planning

• There is a possibility that we will be facing school closures

  • secondary teachers should be prepared to teach online

  • primary teachers should prepare packages to take home

d) Spring Social Event

• Scheduled for Pappi McGregor’s for March 20 3:30-5:00

e) Election Day tomorrow

• Paso will possibly receive 18 million Dollars from Prop 13 funds. Vote YES on 13

f) Catastrophic Leave Bank

• One request. Motion to approve 30 day block of catastrophic leave Bank: Approved (Christine W and Melissa F)

g) RA Election

• Fred K passed ballots for the NEA RA delegate election to all reps. Two local candidates are on the ballot, Bernadette Boddington and Sabrina Hamilton

i) Miscellaneous Business

• Brian Gong (Channel Islands Service Center) - former Bearcat, teacher at Santa Maria SD is working on creating an equity team. He is looking for advocates. If interested please contact briansgong@gmail.comThis e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or call him at (805) 674-3686

• Jim L communicated that his laptop is no longer supporting new upgrades and is in need of a new laptop

VII.Reports from Building Reps:
Officers

KK

• Nothing to report

GB

• Nothing to report

VP

• Maria Garcia has knowledge of community members willing to run for School Board

BS

• School Psychologist is shared with PK assessment team. This reduces her ability to appropriately serve the needs of either team. There is a backlog on assessments at BS

SPED

• PK needs a dedicated School Psychologist

• SLPs need revised salary schedule and caseload issues addressed to promote recruitment of personnel. Currently there are three teletherapists and one contracted therapist which cost more than regular staff to the District. PRPE will support SLPs in making a case to amend salary schedule and structure caseloads

WP

• Rep gone

PB

• Rep left

FMS

• discussed lack of subs and reassignment of subs. Staff is asked to provide coverage. Teachers are not allowed to pick subs. Permanent sub is not always available

LMS

• Subs are pulled to cover classes outside of their assignment during prep time of their original assignment

PRHS

• Multiple truancies and absences reported

• 54 scholarship applications were received, 2 scholarships will be awarded.

• Parameters suggested include granting scholarships to future teachers and teacher’s children.

• Carly asked for help in the selection.

Next Meeting: 04/06/2020 at LMS room 203

PRPE PAC Board of Directors Meeting (Immediately following PRPE regular meeting)