Board adopts resolution allowing local indicators for TK teacher certification; motion carries

The Millbrae Elementary School District Board of Trustees approved a resolution authorizing local indicators to certify transitional kindergarten (TK) teachers who do not yet meet the California Department of Education's stated credentialing requirement of 24 early‑childhood education units.

Superintendent Lisa Hickey told the board that the California Department of Education requires TK teachers to have at least 24 units of early‑childhood education and that the resolution gives the board authority to adopt local indicators showing equivalent experience while the district provides ongoing training. "So what this allows district board of trustees to do is to adopt local indicators to show that there is equivalent experience," Hickey told trustees, adding the district will offer training for new TK teachers.

A trustee moved to approve the resolution and the motion passed without a named roll‑call recorded in the transcript. The board president called for the vote: "All in favor, say aye." The audio shows trustees saying "Aye" and the president saying, "Motion carries." The transcript does not record a named mover, seconder or a roll‑call tally.

Votes at a glance

- Motion to approve the meeting agenda: Approved (motion carried; vote details not specified in the transcript). - Motion to approve the consent agenda: Approved (motion carried; vote details not specified in the transcript). - Resolution authorizing standards for local certification of TK teachers: Approved (motion carried; vote details not specified in the transcript).

Superintendent Hickey said the policy change is meant to address staffing needs while ensuring teachers meet district‑determined indicators and receive continuing training. The board did not attach conditions or amendments to the resolution in the recorded discussion.

The meeting then moved on to possible future agenda items and scheduling.