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Glendora Unified trustees split over consultant for staff PD; board pauses then votes to reconsider

Glendora Unified School District Board of Education · July 30, 2024
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Summary

Trustees expressed differing views about hiring consultant Dr. Barbiera for four professional‑development sessions, citing concerns over cultural framing and limited vetting. An initial 2–2 tie left the motion without effect; trustees then voted to reconsider after staff provided additional information.

The Glendora Unified Board on July 29 debated whether to approve a $7,200 consultant contract with Dr. Barbiera to provide four professional‑development sessions focused on data‑driven connections and multi‑tiered systems of support.

President Clifford said he had reviewed some of Dr. Barbiera’s published work and was not comfortable approving the contract without more vetting. “I just didn't like it,” he said, explaining he had received feedback and materials he found concerning and would therefore vote no with the…

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