Blue Ridge Unified honors students and staff; board approves consent agenda
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Summary
At a regular Blue Ridge Unified School District No. 32 board meeting, the district presented student, staff and volunteer awards and the board approved the consent agenda unanimously; the superintendent updated the board on bonds, student recognition and interventions.
At a regular meeting of the Blue Ridge Unified School District No. 32 board, district leaders recognized students, staff and volunteers for achievements and the board unanimously approved a routine consent agenda.
The meeting opened with the Pledge of Allegiance led by Michael, followed by multiple recognitions. Speaker 4 described student Estefania, the elementary student of the month, as someone who "lights up a room" and who is "a friend to all"; Speaker 5 introduced Brooklyn as a student "with a maturity so far beyond her years." Speaker 6 presented junior‑high student Evelyn Cortez, citing "perfect attendance," strong leadership and teacher endorsements from Mr. Fergan and Mr. Meadows.
Athletic honors went to Shondine Kato, a sophomore and three‑sport athlete whom speakers called a vocal leader and an honor student; Coach Harris commended her work ethic and attitude. The board also named Tasha Hunt teacher of the month, noting her role as site coordinator for a "20 first century grant," leadership of after‑school tutoring and Saturday school, pursuit of a master’s degree and her first year teaching an AP course. Dr. Johnson and Speaker 5 presented Avery Davis as staff employee of the month for special‑education support, and Frank Kerrigan was recognized for transportation and broad district support. Volunteer Catherine Shumway was honored for regular classroom assistance and event help.
Board business was brief. During review of the consent agenda, Speaker 2 asked whether the fundraisers listed under item 2.4 applied to the boys soccer program, noting concern that coaches and families shoulder heavy fundraising responsibilities. The board then moved to approve the consent agenda; a second was recorded from Saviano and the board voted unanimously to carry the measure.
Superintendent remarks highlighted recent district activity: a student received state recognition, the superintendent attended events at the state capitol and met Representative Marshall (Area 7), and a superintendent advisory committee of about 20 members is advising on bond and override planning. The superintendent also noted school‑level successes — including a girls wrestling sectional winner headed to state, student participation in football coach interviews, a Ruby Bridges Day walk planned for Thursday, and junior‑high data‑driven interventions to address learning gaps.
Speaker 1 opened a standard call to the public and outlined a three‑minute limit for speakers; the board noted it cannot act immediately on items raised but may direct staff to follow up. The board announced its next regular meeting for March 17 at 5:00 p.m. and indicated an additional public meeting on bond/override is likely before then. Michael moved to adjourn; Sylvia seconded, and the board adjourned by unanimous voice vote.
Votes at a glance: the consent agenda was approved by unanimous voice vote (motion moved by an unnamed board member; second from Saviano). A subsequent motion to adjourn by Michael, seconded by Sylvia, passed unanimously.
The meeting included no ordinances, resolutions, contracts, or budget adoptions requiring further board action in this session.
