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Board splits over whether one‑time state funds should buy MTSS coaches or add counselors
Summary
Trustees debated how to spend a limited one‑time state learning recovery allocation (about $275,000). Staff recommended two MTSS instructional coaches at high schools; counselors and school staff urged directing funds to counselors and social‑work supports. The board redirected that one‑time funding to two counselors (4–1) and requested a staff analysis of alternative allocations.
The board’s discussion of the 2025–26 Local Control Accountability Plan (LCAP) highlighted a consequential local budgeting question: how should a modest, one‑time state learning recovery allocation be spent to best support students? Dr. Nye presented the draft LCAP actions and services, describing ongoing LCFF allocations for counselors, MTSS (Multi‑Tiered System of Supports) staff and intervention programs, and one‑time grant possibilities.
Staff recommendation and rationale: Because state guidance suggested the one‑time learning recovery block grant would be available for short‑term, instructional interventions, staff recommended using the…
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