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Votes at a glance (selected items recorded in the meeting transcript):

- Adoption of the agenda — Outcome: approved (unanimous). Motion introduced at the meeting’s opening items and carried after roll call.

- Consent agenda — Outcome: approved (unanimous). The consent motion covered routine matters including minutes, personnel motions, overnight/field trip approvals, ratification of district financial transactions, student expulsions/disciplinary items and other regular business. Resolution No. 25‑1720 (authorizing remuneration for a board member) was listed in the consent packet and carried with the consent agenda.

- L‑1: Approval of the 2024 School Accountability Report Cards (SARCs) — Outcome: approved (unanimous). The board directed staff to post SARCs to the district website for public review.

- L‑2: Memorandum of understanding for administration of the California Healthy Kids Survey (CalSchools) — Outcome: approved (unanimous). Staff indicated the survey administration cost is covered by the grant.

- L‑3: Partnership MOU with the Freedom Riders Foundation (capacity grant for trauma‑informed practices) — Outcome: approved (unanimous). Staff represented the MOU as funded by existing grant dollars and targeted services for unduplicated students.

- M‑2: Consolidated Application and Reporting System (CARS) reporting approval — Outcome: approved (unanimous).

- M‑3: Contract award to OneSource/OneSoarscribe Consulting for digitization of plan‑room architectural plans — Outcome: approved (unanimous). The contract was described as a digitization service to make existing plan documents clickable and accessible for modernization projects.

- N‑1: Approval of student calendars (2024‑25 and 2025‑26 revisions) — Outcome: approved (unanimous). Staff explained the calendar revision and its instructional minute calculations; the motion carried and was entered into the record.

- Master services agreement for health care/staffing services (Emeritus and similar staffing agencies for special education coverage) — Outcome: approved (unanimous). The contract authorizes the district to engage staffing services for hard‑to‑fill positions and to cover longer leaves where needed.

Notes: Many motions recorded in the consent agenda were read together and adopted en bloc; the transcript records several votes as “unanimous” without formal roll‑call tallies for each individual consent item. The meeting record indicates a number of informational items (for example, the district audit report and certain oversight updates) were received as information only and were scheduled for fuller review at subsequent meetings.

Ending: The board’s recorded votes at the Jan. 28 meeting show unanimous approval of the agenda, the consent agenda and the contracts and MOUs summarized above. Several items discussed — notably oversight‑committee bylaws for bond measure oversight and the fitness‑court proposal — will return to the board with additional detail before any final decisions are made.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","Snowline JUSD Board Meeting 1/28/2025","oneSentenceSummary","The board approved the agenda and multiple consent and contract items unanimously; this roundup lists motions recorded in the meeting and their outcomes.","taxTitle","Snowline Joint Unified, School Districts, California","taxId",38727,"location","California","headline","","shortSummary",{"_33":77,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":78,"_41":79,"_43":80,"_45":81,"_47":82,"_49":83,"_51":84,"_53":85,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":86,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":87,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":72,"_73":74,"_75":74},6361249,"Board approves 2025‑26 school calendar; asks staff to study late‑start options for high schools",1559,10436000,11995000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2170878-e60ee886de3e8a07212e42eac53ec7a8&start=10436&end=11995","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2170878-e60ee886de3e8a07212e42eac53ec7a8/thumbnail_10436000.jpg","/articles/6361249/California/Board-approves-202526-school-calendar-asks-staff-to-study-latestart-options-for-high-schools","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6361249-e576f22fed097bd7b43250c3951aa637/orig.mp4?Expires=1771111290&Signature=QL8mdIJf7x8YNMgDn1DZYZ8YpnDu5Ni4EUaZc-zNMRMEOt1T9brMG-mbC815G9Y~eAfm~-uhWJYfJoEhNBknOK7J-fbiurXjyYY9G6uCabmz4oLOi1KmAWkHVdEJ9g0IuzqTsI-nckFZ190WTjsHIQpejoz5Kp5kzLCw9B7za2n9xHYJ4DFJhOJc3gA48-hxhLz8L9WueM~gb~j9HVAR3TI4pkdQ9OGX-0h28WL5uAnrqPhRlPOIs1d3BZh8wdowVkUFF0x1yQGOUGNFiWaVYd~78fE9mYBBNA8CD01p7tePoRVlpo-Enu33~stVeDvwCY93BguQogMqKHDqP-0Ofw__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Snowline board on Jan. 28 approved the district calendars for 2024‑25 and 2025‑26 after staff proposed changes to address professional development scheduling and to avoid using July as a mandatory work period for certificated staff. The board also asked staff to return with a focused study on high‑school start times and options for 2026‑27.

The nut graf: The revised calendar moves the start date back by one week and adds days to the end of the school year so the last student day would be June 11, 2026. Staff noted three preservice days remain in place and a professional development day was relocated to Jan. 16 to better support staff after winter break. The board directed staff to analyze bell‑time options and conduct a community survey before considering a district‑level change.

Assistant superintendent (presenter) Mr. Primo explained the calendar changes were proposed to address scheduling conflicts that left site leaders with minimal time before certificated staff return, and to align preservice and professional‑development opportunities with school‑site needs. The board asked for more clarity on bell‑schedule implications; no bell‑time changes were embedded in the calendar approved that evening.

During discussion trustees and staff covered earlier surveys and research on later start times — including state guidance and prior community surveys the district has done — and agreed the issue requires time, community outreach and a cost‑benefit analysis. Staff observed earlier studies show split community views and that implementation could require at least a year of planning; legislation referenced in the meeting indicates some districts pursue 8:30 a.m. or later high‑school starts but waivers and local decisions are possible.

Student speakers cautioned that later starts could complicate after‑school athletics and extracurriculars; Emma, a Toronto High School student, told the board she is already challenged to arrive on time and noted evening practice schedules can be lengthy and intensify conflicts if school ends later.

The board asked staff to: (1) compile recent research and the district’s historical survey results; (2) design and run a short community survey (including students, staff and families) with professional survey design; and (3) return with a cost‑benefit and operational analysis for possible changes to bell schedules for discussion in the coming months. No change to next year’s bell times was adopted at the Jan. 28 meeting.

Ending: The calendar approved for 2025‑26 will be used while the district develops more detailed information and community input on high‑school bell times; staff will report back at a future meeting with survey results and options for the board to consider before any change is scheduled.","Trustees approved the revised 2025‑26 student calendar, which shifts the start date back one week and sets the last day as June 11, 2026, and asked staff to return with research, survey results and options about later high‑school start times or a 0‑period model for potential implementation in 2026‑27.",{"_33":89,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":90,"_41":91,"_43":92,"_45":93,"_47":94,"_49":95,"_51":96,"_53":97,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":98,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":99,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":72,"_73":74,"_75":74},6361253,"District reports progress on $3 million safety initiative: cameras, radios, training and more",708,9698000,10406000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2170878-e60ee886de3e8a07212e42eac53ec7a8&start=9698&end=10406","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2170878-e60ee886de3e8a07212e42eac53ec7a8/thumbnail_9698000.jpg","/articles/6361253/California/District-reports-progress-on-3-million-safety-initiative-cameras-radios-training-and-more","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6361253-512efa6df57bd69107dca5a9128800eb/orig.mp4?Expires=1771111290&Signature=M00PpkKwPtGMCJ20xLdTQJoPCYUUb6H3G-1up-VKSUYPhugxGoTTLqtmLF0F~FkZA43jYspx9BO8lRAVUBXy9bUdiWIs9eQF-G5o~vV7soPwk6CaKips6FtFPRAcl1UOrM4Bl~HIUxWjEqXac3W0gTSXSpINJcdmQZb-NiWLs-cZtf1RqLQSvrttuOamRrApccmvO7pNPpgAc1qYvvkyziWqqJuvDzqoBh5XBs-DNkXQzm~ZguGCHWGodcha~TnhbsV~v4lWYh24cVFubMHK7xmycP3mLYt5gMCe5ryOFL-wfsj2DypVBbU3EpRJtx37vTTL5h36Ti4O7jtZ-VOa5Q__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Snowline staff told the board on Jan. 28 that the multi‑year safety program the board funded with approximately $3 million is in active implementation: new surveillance cameras and radios are being procured, visitor management and single‑point‑of‑entry procedures are in place, door lock blocks have been installed, training and drills have been increased, and drone footage is used for post‑drill review.

The nut graf: The district described the safety work as a multi‑phase effort encompassing mitigation, preparedness and response — the district has been upgrading cameras and communications equipment, increasing training (including ALICE and workplace‑violence prevention), and expanding emergency‑operation practices across schools.

Facilities and safety staff said approximately 363 upgraded surveillance cameras are out to bid with an expected summer installation to put most cameras on a common, AI‑capable platform; nutrition services cameras were added to the project so all sites will be on the same system. Administration said the newer cameras include analytics such as license‑plate reading and advanced monitoring software that the district expects will improve situational awareness.

The district also said it had deployed roughly 300 handheld radios for daily and emergency use and that additional radio sets are kept on site specifically for incident command in an emergency. Visitor management using the Raptor system is in place at sites and staff reported improved “systemness” — consistent sign‑in, badge issuance and a database that supports court‑order enforcement and other record needs.

Other actions include installation of lock‑block hardware on classroom and exterior doors to allow secured rooms; added signage for safety and code compliance; fencing upgrades at multiple campuses; expanded behavioral‑health staffing and social‑work supports; and use of drones during drills so leaders can review instructor and student actions.

Training increased this year, the district said: staff training on alert/lockdown/hold and evacuate protocols (ALICE) and workplace‑violence prevention have been implemented and the district increased drill frequency from once to twice annually; administrators and the police department continue to coordinate with county fire and law‑enforcement partners.

There was no board action — the presentation was informational — but the board asked follow‑up questions about modernization ties (intercom/PA system upgrades are included in some modernization plans) and about timelines for camera bids and intercom work. Staff said they will continue monthly reporting on safety audit implementation.

Ending: District staff characterized the safety program as an ongoing cycle of mitigation, preparedness and response and said work will continue as modernization and bond funding become available.","District staff reported the third year of a multi‑year safety push funded with a $3 million allocation: new surveillance cameras, radios, visitor management, lock blocks, training and drills; further work will continue as modernization projects proceed.",{"_33":101,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":102,"_41":103,"_43":104,"_45":105,"_47":106,"_49":107,"_51":108,"_53":109,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":110,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":111,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":72,"_73":74,"_75":74},6361259,"District outlines Measure J projects, timeline and a possible fitness court at Serrano High",909,2412000,3321000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2170878-e60ee886de3e8a07212e42eac53ec7a8&start=2412&end=3321","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2170878-e60ee886de3e8a07212e42eac53ec7a8/thumbnail_2412000.jpg","/articles/6361259/California/District-outlines-Measure-J-projects-timeline-and-a-possible-fitness-court-at-Serrano-High","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6361259-18a5dd830ab3c8bfdff3900493c4b6d6/orig.mp4?Expires=1771111290&Signature=KAEgtJkAqeL09bdsBTZZf2UQqrU8Bn8ULFtrRl3yXyEIX838ov8HH0S1OQ9CXECyHznljS7XsYqKkUyIXhbnOr9vIpsTTUvwbu3tYWr71qdUSZdn5LoF388wExi3z1-ouzTBpTs0dFa91mI1d-YcfceH5XykqzLnMvt2Zit8ArkPF0KAdZz3PNG9DAHGtGcwYueOWcghxMG2GTjqZQH0i3TkCMg9Sxt6A~X~j2UUeu2-1iiAbYeqFVaUu01CAdtlEm0FpgeFiPknK1IiGUr~f9xy~8CWD8YU9BbnTcQzs58FZ8Tl658lmk9A6cfcJ6O40T9iQLxe8bmYxfegBbEL9w__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Snowline administrators updated the board Jan. 28 on Measure J modernization plans, a planned bond issuance schedule and a preliminary look at installing a National Fitness Court at Serrano High School. Board members asked staff to return with more cost and siting options and to analyze community access and alternatives.

The nut graf: District staff said modernization plans for eight schools are approved by the Division of the State Architect and are awaiting state funding through the Office of Public School Construction; the district has a plan to issue the district’s $70.6 million bond in three series and is considering non‑bond facility investments including a fitness court at Serrano if local funds and grants permit.

Dr. Longley and facilities staff summarized the modernization project list that includes Serrano High School (first in the state list for funding), Chaparral High School, Pinon Hills/Baldy Mesa, Quail Valley Middle School, Brightwood Elementary, Pena Mesa Middle School and Phelan Elementary. Those projects include restrooms, HVAC, fire and security systems, ADA “path of travel” upgrades and portable classrooms modernization. Several of the modernization plans are already approved by the Division of the State Architect (DSA) and are ready for funding requests to the Office of Public School Construction (OPSC).

On bond issuance, the district’s financial advisor presented a schedule that assumes annual assessed‑value growth of 4% and would split the $70.6 million into three series: Series A (about $30 million) in early 2025, Series B (about $20 million) in roughly two years, and Series C for the remainder. Administration said the 4% assumption is conservative compared with the district’s 20‑year average assessed‑value growth of about 5.85%.

The board also discussed a National Fitness Court proposed for Serrano High School. Staff said the fully installed court is estimated at roughly $250,000 and that grants typically cover some but not all of that cost — grants cited in the presentation range from about $30,000 to $90,000 — so net local cost might be in the $150,000–$200,000 range depending on grant awards and installation scope.

Board members raised several concerns. Member Hernandez and other trustees questioned whether Serrano is the best site given local population density and community access; some members argued that opening existing campuses and improving fenced access at multiple sites might produce more community benefit for a similar budget. The board asked staff to return with comparative options (other vendors, lower‑cost equipment and alternatives such as campus access or multiple smaller investments) and to report on liability, security, and operational costs. No final decision was made.

Administrators also proposed forming a citizens’ oversight committee for Measure J spending; two board members volunteered to serve on a subcommittee to recruit the committee and bring recommendations back to the board. Staff said two resolutions — one to pursue the oversight committee and one to adopt bylaws — will be prepared; the committee would be formed within 60 days after the resolutions are adopted.

Ending: Staff will return with additional site analyses, cost comparisons and community‑access options for the fitness court and will present the oversight‑committee resolutions at a future meeting; modernization projects will proceed as DSA and OPSC funding allow.","Snowline administrators reviewed Measure J modernization-project lists, a plan to issue $70.6 million in bond series, and discussed a possible National Fitness Court at Serrano High School; board asked for more options and a community access review.",{"_33":113,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":114,"_41":115,"_43":116,"_45":117,"_47":118,"_49":119,"_51":120,"_53":121,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":122,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":123,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":72,"_73":74,"_75":74},6361263,"Vista Verde students showcase robotics, PBIS gains at Snowline board meeting",1747,181000,1928000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2170878-e60ee886de3e8a07212e42eac53ec7a8&start=181&end=1928","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2170878-e60ee886de3e8a07212e42eac53ec7a8/thumbnail_181000.jpg","/articles/6361263/California/Vista-Verde-students-showcase-robotics-PBIS-gains-at-Snowline-board-meeting","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6361263-870b523fd64b28fa1507b9d5f55194b7/orig.mp4?Expires=1771111290&Signature=COd5KAm1HfW6vzBpvL6OspFqdQ2VP9z4~iLm-oJXG1Ofw0LBd6Uwj4N07v3HK9fImPnJmn-Yh~QCbJdiVZANGVUYRmSIS1~G5kn1TK86sBa1zx8kdyXyidUKM3seTXAj2XgM8uUjr1V5V4tQww30~coNPIgryrztNBdNVjFUdI2kXIS-ZvQ--TY~dZh6UNjkrWrsPBrgwYY9RSWohs-y5ELbyJ0C6TQ29EkALldP4OtLfnnwHm9VTCLGzsSI7qXtC0PU7iqO-KNhrXe4lviQzxpXE0x4k4s325Ieb-9CgLi-JWKyopOGf-Sq4GJndXmv33YZsjInz5EXXKbGAD4SMQ__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Vista Verde Elementary students demonstrated their VEX robotics projects and teachers and administrators reported academic and behavior improvements during the Snowline Joint Unified School District board meeting on Jan. 28, 2025.

Principal Barbara told the board that teachers are meeting in professional learning communities multiple times a week and that the school’s attendance rose about 1 percent, suspensions declined and CAST scores improved over three years: language arts from about 17% to 26% and math from about 13% to 25%.

The nut graf: The presentation combined student demonstrations with staff remarks that credited ongoing professional development, PBIS work and active PTO support for gains in attendance, behavior and test performance. Students and the school’s after‑school VEX robotics team illustrated hands‑on STEM learning as part of that effort.

Vista Verde’s robotics coach, Reggie Adams, explained that the club meets once a week and uses the VEX platform to teach engineering, coding and teamwork. Students described their roles and what they enjoy about robotics: “I like how we can work together,” said Josie, a Vista Verde student, while team members showed small claw‑bot robots and explained an upcoming in‑school competition in March.

Principal Barbara highlighted PBIS progress: the school moved from PBIS silver to PBIS platinum this year, she said, and credited assistant principal Danielle Salazar for work that helped reduce suspensions. The principal also thanked the PTO and PTO president Patty Hernandez for support of incentives such as the school’s “Vyper” store, which rewards students with activities and events.

Board members praised the students and staff. President Behringer and board members noted the mix of academic interventions and engaging extracurriculars as a model that helps build confidence and real‑world skills.

The presentation included formal acknowledgements of staff and volunteers and closed with a reminder of upcoming campus events including open house and the book fair. The board did not take any formal action on the presentation; it was provided for information and recognition.

Ending: Vista Verde’s mix of PLC work, PBIS implementation and hands‑on robotics was presented to the board as an example of how combined instructional and extracurricular programs can support student engagement and academic growth.","Students from Vista Verde Elementary presented their VEX robotics work and school leaders reported rising attendance, lower suspensions and improved CAST test results; the district's robotics coach and PTO were credited.","actionData","errors"]

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