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Trustees press vendors on ELOP pricing and attendance accountability for expanded‑learning proposals

Merced City School District Board of Education · December 10, 2025
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Summary

Board members questioned the per‑student pricing and payment terms for proposed Expanded Learning Opportunities Program (ELOP) vendors, seeking clearer breakdowns and preregistration‑based accountability before contracting for summer and after‑school programs.

District staff presented several expanded‑learning proposals during the Dec. 9 meeting, and trustees used the discussion to press for clearer fiscal accountability and outcome metrics prior to final contract approvals.

Director Aaron Alexander described multiple proposals: Schoolyard RAP’s African American affinity program (seven Saturdays, up to 100 students, $120,000), a Schoolyard RAP 10‑day summer camp ($150,000 for up to 100 students), UC Merced CalTeach tutoring (staff support for daytime and after‑school classes, contract not to exceed the amount listed in packet), and a UC…

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