Riverside Unified School District public meetings in 2024
22 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Wed Dec 18, 2024
Board Of Education Meeting (Administer the Oath of Office 5:00 P.M. -- Board Organization 5:15 P.M. -- Regular Board Meeting Session 6:30 P.M.) Board Room, 2615 Sierra Meadows Dr., Rocklin, CA 95677 and Virtual Live Stream for Public Viewing
New board members sworn in; annual election of officers
The Rocklin Unified School District Board of Education is holding its annual organizational meeting. They will administer the oath of office to new trustees Rachelle Price and Julie Hupp, then elect a President, Vice President, and Clerk for 2025, appoint the Superintendent as Secretary to the Board, set the regular meeting schedule, and select representatives to various committees. No substantive policy items or contracts are on the agenda.
- Oath of office administered to new trustees Rachelle Price and Julie Hupp
- Election of RUSD Board President for 2025 (Tiffany Saathoff nominated, motion passed)
- Election of RUSD Board Vice President for 2025 (Rachelle Price nominated, motion passed)
- Election of RUSD Board Clerk for 2025 (Dereck Counter nominated, motion passed 4-1)
- Appointment of Superintendent Roger Stock as Secretary to the Board
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✓ Decided: Rocklin Unified School District elects Rachelle Price as Board President for 2025
The Board conducted its annual organization, electing new officers and appointing members to various district committees for 2025. The Board also approved the consent agenda and regular meeting minutes.
- Elected Rachelle Price as Board President for 2025 (5-0)
- Elected Dereck Counter as Board Vice President for 2025 (5-0)
- Elected Julie Hupp as Board Clerk for 2025 (4-1)
- Appointed Superintendent Stock as Secretary to the Board for 2025 (5-0)
- Set regular meetings for the first or third Wednesday of each month at 6:30 p.m. (5-0)
- Appointed representatives to the Audit, Facilities Master Plan, and Safety committees (5-0)
- Approved Consent Agenda items (5-0)
- Approved Regular Board Meeting Minutes (4-0, 1 abstain)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
3.6 Elect RUSD Clerk of the Board of Trustees — Motion to recommend that the Board of Trustees elect Julie Hupp RUSD Clerk for 2025.
4 yea · 1 nay
Dereck Counter yea · Rachelle Price yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea · Julie Hupp yea · Michelle Sutherland nay
The other 26 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Wed Nov 20, 2024
Board of Education Regular Meeting 6:30 P.M., Board Room, 2615 Sierra Meadows Dr., Rocklin, CA 95677 and Virtual Live Stream for Public Viewing
RUSD board to hold closed session on legal, personnel, and labor issues
This is a regular meeting with procedural items including closed session for legal, personnel, and labor negotiations, followed by open session with recognitions and a consent calendar. No substantive policy or budget items are on the agenda.
- Closed session on anticipated litigation (Gov. Code 54956.9)
- Closed session on public employee discipline/dismissal/release (Gov. Code 54957)
- Closed session with labor negotiators (Gov. Code 54957.6)
- Recognition of the Novey family as RUSD Family Partners in Education
- Recognition of Erin Gearin, Whitney High School paraprofessional
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✓ Decided: Board approves participation in zero-emission school bus incentive project
The Board of Education approved a resolution to apply for state grant funding for zero-emission buses and infrastructure. Several other administrative items, including the district school year calendar and personnel reports, were approved via the consent calendar.
- Approved Resolution 24-25-11 to participate in the Zero Emission School Bus and Infrastructure (ZESBI) Incentive Project (4-0)
- Approved revised RUSD 2024-2025 District School Year Calendar (4-0)
- Approved Classified Personnel Report (4-0)
- Approved Bill Warrant Report (4-0)
- Approved quarterly report on Williams Uniform Complaints (4-0)
- Approved authorization for Nutrition Services to use a 'piggyback bid' for Tasty Indian Pizza (4-0)
- Approved agreement and stipulation for expulsion (4-0)
- Approved date for Annual School Board Organizational Meeting (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion to take action on Consent Agenda items (Single Motion Needed). Roll Call Vote.
52 yea
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Wed Nov 13, 2024
Board of Education Study Session, 4:00 P.M., Board Room, 2615 Sierra Meadows Dr., Rocklin, CA 95677
Board to receive math and English language arts update
The Rocklin Unified School District Board of Education will hold a study session, including an information presentation on academic improvement in math and English language arts, with beginning-of-year data and updates on instructional shifts. The board will also convene in closed session to discuss anticipated litigation, public employee discipline/dismissal/release, and labor negotiations. The remainder of the agenda consists of procedural items such as call to order, roll call, and adjournment.
- Academic Improvement - Math and English Language Arts Update (information item)
- Conference with Legal Counsel - Anticipated and Existing Litigation (closed session)
- Public Employee discipline/dismissal/release (closed session)
- Conference with Labor Negotiators (closed session)
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✓ Decided: Board reviews academic achievement data for Math and English Language Arts
The Board of Education held a study session to receive updates on academic improvement in Math and English Language Arts. Members participated in breakout sessions with elementary teachers and principals and reviewed student achievement data. No formal actions were taken during the open or closed sessions.
Wed Oct 16, 2024
RUSD Employee Years of Service 4:30 - 5:30 P.M., Board of Education Regular Meeting 6:30 P.M., Board Room, 2615 Sierra Meadows Dr., Rocklin, CA 95677 and Virtual Live Stream for Public Viewing
Rocklin Unified School District Board to meet October 16
The Board of Education will hold a regular meeting including a closed session to discuss litigation, labor negotiations, and a personnel appointment. The open session will feature recognitions for families, employees, and the Rocklin High School computer science program.
- Closed session action on the appointment of Director, Fiscal Services
- Closed session discussion on anticipated and existing litigation
- Closed session conference with labor negotiators
- Recognition of the RIOT Chromebook Repair Program for saving the district nearly $100,000 per year
- Recognition of the Janes family for contributions to Quarry Trail Elementary
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✓ Decided: Board appoints Mario Da Costa as Director of Fiscal Services
The Board of Education unanimously approved the appointment of Mario Da Costa to the Business Services Department. The Board also approved the consent agenda and minutes from the September 18 regular meeting.
- Approved appointment of Mario Da Costa to Director of Fiscal Services (Unanimous)
- Approved Consent Agenda items (5-0)
- Approved minutes from September 18, 2024 Regular Board Meeting (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (14 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
8.1 Action on Consent Agenda Items (Single Motion Needed) — Motion to take action on Consent Agenda items (Single Motion Needed). Roll Call Vote.
5 yea
Dereck Counter yea · Rachelle Price yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea · Julie Hupp yea · Michelle Sutherland yea
8.3 Action on Board Minutes from the October 1, 2024 RUSD Board Study Session. — Motion to take action on Consent Agenda items (Single Motion Needed). Roll Call Vote.
5 yea
Dereck Counter yea · Rachelle Price yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea · Julie Hupp yea · Michelle Sutherland yea
8.4 Action on Certificated and Management Personnel Report — Motion to take action on Consent Agenda items (Single Motion Needed). Roll Call Vote.
5 yea
Dereck Counter yea · Rachelle Price yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea · Julie Hupp yea · Michelle Sutherland yea
Motion to take action on Consent Agenda items (Single Motion Needed). Roll Call Vote.
15 yea
Dereck Counter yea · Rachelle Price yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea · Julie Hupp yea · Michelle Sutherland yea · Dereck Counter yea · Rachelle Price yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea · Julie Hupp yea · Michelle Sutherland yea · Dereck Counter yea · Rachelle Price yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea · Julie Hupp yea · Michelle Sutherland yea
8.5 Action on Classified Personnel Report — Motion to take action on Consent Agenda items (Single Motion Needed). Roll Call Vote.
5 yea
Dereck Counter yea · Rachelle Price yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea · Julie Hupp yea · Michelle Sutherland yea
8.7 Action on Donations — Motion to take action on Consent Agenda items (Single Motion Needed). Roll Call Vote.
5 yea
Dereck Counter yea · Rachelle Price yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea · Julie Hupp yea · Michelle Sutherland yea
8.8 Action on Will Serve Letter – Final Map of Westhaven at Whitney Ranch — Motion to take action on Consent Agenda items (Single Motion Needed). Roll Call Vote.
5 yea
Dereck Counter yea · Rachelle Price yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea · Julie Hupp yea · Michelle Sutherland yea
8.9 Action on Authorizing a Purchase Contract with Model 1 Commercial Vehicles for the Purchase of One School Bus — Motion to take action on Consent Agenda items (Single Motion Needed). Roll Call…
5 yea
Dereck Counter yea · Rachelle Price yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea · Julie Hupp yea · Michelle Sutherland yea
8.10 Action on Resolution 24-25-10 Approving Grant Agreement with Placer County Air Pollution Control District and Authorizing Contract with Alessandro Electric for the Installation of Charging…
5 yea
Dereck Counter yea · Rachelle Price yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea · Julie Hupp yea · Michelle Sutherland yea
8.11 Action on the new Attendance Liaison Job Description and Revised 2024-2025 Non-Represented Salary Schedule — Motion to take action on Consent Agenda items (Single Motion Needed). Roll Call Vote.
5 yea
Dereck Counter yea · Rachelle Price yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea · Julie Hupp yea · Michelle Sutherland yea
8.12 Action on the Revised Groundskeeper I, Groundskeeper II, and Groundskeeper III Job Descriptions — Motion to take action on Consent Agenda items (Single Motion Needed). Roll Call Vote.
5 yea
Dereck Counter yea · Rachelle Price yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea · Julie Hupp yea · Michelle Sutherland yea
8.14 Action on Agreement and Stipulation for Expulsions — Motion to take action on Consent Agenda items (Single Motion Needed). Roll Call Vote.
5 yea
Dereck Counter yea · Rachelle Price yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea · Julie Hupp yea · Michelle Sutherland yea
9.1 Action on the 2024-2025 Initial Contract Proposal from California School Employees Association (CSEA) and hold a Public Hearing — Motion to take action on the 2024-2025 initial contract proposal…
5 yea
Dereck Counter yea · Rachelle Price yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea · Julie Hupp yea · Michelle Sutherland yea
9.2 Action on Rocklin Unified School District's (RUSD) 2024-2025 Initial Contract Proposal to California School Employees Association (CSEA) and hold a Public Hearing — Motion to take action on…
5 yea
Dereck Counter yea · Rachelle Price yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea · Julie Hupp yea · Michelle Sutherland yea
Tue Oct 1, 2024
Board of Education Study Session, 4:30 P.M., Board Room, 2615 Sierra Meadows Dr., Rocklin, CA 95677
Board to study artificial intelligence in schools
The Rocklin Unified School District Board of Education holds a study session to discuss artificial intelligence. The meeting is open to the public in the board room. No votes or decisions are scheduled; this is an informational presentation by administrators.
- Study session on artificial intelligence presented by Associate Superintendent Bill MacDonald and Associate Superintendent Marty Flowers
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✓ Decided: Board of Education holds study session on artificial intelligence
The Board of Education conducted a study session featuring a slide presentation and discussion regarding artificial intelligence. The session included participation from board members, teachers, and students. No formal votes or policy decisions were recorded.
Wed Sep 18, 2024
Board of Education Regular Meeting 6:30 P.M., Board Room, 2615 Sierra Meadows Dr., Rocklin, CA 95677 and Virtual Live Stream for Public Viewing
Rocklin Unified Board to hold closed session on litigation, labor, personnel
The Rocklin Unified School District Board of Education will meet in regular session at 6:30 PM on September 18, 2024. Prior to open session, the board will adjourn to closed session to discuss anticipated litigation, employee discipline, and labor negotiations. The open session includes recognitions for a family partner and an employee, reports from employee organizations, and a consent agenda to approve meeting minutes and a personnel report.
- Closed session on anticipated litigation under Gov. Code 54956.9
- Closed session on employee discipline/dismissal under Gov. Code 54957
- Closed session conference with labor negotiators under Gov. Code 54957.6
- Recognition of Heidi Pojda as Granite Oaks Middle School Family Partner in Education
- Consent agenda includes approval of Sept 4 meeting minutes and personnel report
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✓ Decided: Board approves 2023-24 unaudited financial statements and 2024-25 GANN limit
The Board approved the 2023-24 Unaudited Actuals Financial Statements and established the appropriation limitation (GANN Limit) for 2024-25. Other approved actions included a resolution affirming sufficient textbooks for the 2024-25 school year and updates to the policy on absences and excuses.
- Approved 2023-24 Unaudited Actuals Financial Statements (5-0)
- Approved Resolution 24-25-09 establishing appropriation limitation (GANN Limit) for 2024-25 (5-0)
- Approved Resolution 24-25-07 affirming sufficient textbooks and instructional materials for 2024-25 (5-0)
- Approved revisions to BP/AR 5113 Absences and Excuses (5-0)
- Approved Consent Agenda items including personnel reports, bill warrants, and donations (5-0)
- Approved Resolution 24-25-08 assigning teachers to courses outside credential authorizations (5-0)
- Approved out of state field trip (5-0)
- Approved BP/AR 3320 Claims and Actions Against the District (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (14 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
8.1 Action on Consent Agenda Items (Single Motion Needed) — Motion to take action on Consent Agenda items (Single Motion Needed). Roll Call Vote.
5 yea
Dereck Counter yea · Rachelle Price yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea · Julie Hupp yea · Michelle Sutherland yea
8.2 Action on RUSD Regular Board Meeting Minutes — Motion to take action on Consent Agenda items (Single Motion Needed). Roll Call Vote.
5 yea
Dereck Counter yea · Rachelle Price yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea · Julie Hupp yea · Michelle Sutherland yea
Motion to take action on Consent Agenda items (Single Motion Needed). Roll Call Vote.
5 yea
Dereck Counter yea · Rachelle Price yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea · Julie Hupp yea · Michelle Sutherland yea
8.4 Action on Classified Personnel Report — Motion to take action on Consent Agenda items (Single Motion Needed). Roll Call Vote.
5 yea
Dereck Counter yea · Rachelle Price yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea · Julie Hupp yea · Michelle Sutherland yea
8.5 Action on Bill Warrant Report — Motion to take action on Consent Agenda items (Single Motion Needed). Roll Call Vote.
5 yea
Dereck Counter yea · Rachelle Price yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea · Julie Hupp yea · Michelle Sutherland yea
8.6 Action on Donations — Motion to take action on Consent Agenda items (Single Motion Needed). Roll Call Vote.
5 yea
Dereck Counter yea · Rachelle Price yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea · Julie Hupp yea · Michelle Sutherland yea
8.8 Action on Resolution 24-25-08 A Resolution Approving the Assignment of Listed Teachers to Teach Specified Courses Outside Their Credential Authorizations per Education Code Sections 44258.3…
5 yea
Dereck Counter yea · Rachelle Price yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea · Julie Hupp yea · Michelle Sutherland yea
8.9 Action on Out of State Field Trip — Motion to take action on Consent Agenda items (Single Motion Needed). Roll Call Vote.
5 yea
Dereck Counter yea · Rachelle Price yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea · Julie Hupp yea · Michelle Sutherland yea
9. Action Items - Regular Agenda — Motion to take action on Consent Agenda items (Single Motion Needed). Roll Call Vote.
5 yea
Dereck Counter yea · Rachelle Price yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea · Julie Hupp yea · Michelle Sutherland yea
9.1 Action on 2023-24 Unaudited Actuals Financial Statements — Motion to take action on 2023-24 Unaudited Actuals Financial Statements
5 yea
Dereck Counter yea · Rachelle Price yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea · Julie Hupp yea · Michelle Sutherland yea
Motion to take action on Resolution 24-25-09 establishing appropriation limitation (GANN Limit) for 2024-25
5 yea
Dereck Counter yea · Rachelle Price yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea · Julie Hupp yea · Michelle Sutherland yea
9.3 Hold Public Hearing and Action on Resolution 24-25-07: A Resolution Affirming Sufficient Textbooks and Instructional Materials for 2024-2025 — Motion to take action on Resolution 24-25-07…
5 yea
Dereck Counter yea · Rachelle Price yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea · Julie Hupp yea · Michelle Sutherland yea
9.5 Action on BP/AR 6158 Independent Study — Motion to take action on BP/AR 5113 Absences and Excuses
5 yea
Dereck Counter yea · Rachelle Price yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea · Julie Hupp yea · Michelle Sutherland yea
10. Information Items
5 yea
Dereck Counter yea · Rachelle Price yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea · Julie Hupp yea · Michelle Sutherland yea
Wed Sep 4, 2024
Board of Education Regular Meeting 6:30 P.M., Board Room, 2615 Sierra Meadows Dr., Rocklin, CA 95677 and Virtual Live Stream for Public Viewing
RUSD Board holds regular meeting with recognitions and closed session
The Rocklin Unified School District Board of Education will meet for a regular session that includes procedural items, closed session discussions on litigation, employee discipline, and labor negotiations, followed by open session recognitions for a family partner and an employee, and the presentation of the new Assistant Director of Facilities and Maintenance. No substantive action items or financial decisions are on the agenda.
- Recognition of Tiffany Trulove as RUSD Family Partner in Education from Parker Whitney Elementary
- Recognition of Christine Gillis, Breen Elementary RSP aide, for exceptional service
- Presentation of Rain Kernytsky as Assistant Director of Facilities and Maintenance (approved July 22, 2024)
- Closed session: Conference with legal counsel on anticipated/existing litigation
- Closed session: Conference with labor negotiators on employee organizations
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✓ Decided: Board approves 2024-25 meeting schedule and personnel reports
The Board of Education approved several consent calendar items, including the upcoming meeting schedule and personnel reports. No action was taken during the closed session. The meeting included reports on campus maintenance and college and career readiness.
- Approved 2024-25 RUSD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting Schedule (5-0)
- Approved Certificated and Management Personnel Report (5-0)
- Approved Classified Personnel Report (5-0)
- Approved San Jose State University Practicum Agreement (5-0)
- Approved Special Education Program Analyst job description and revised confidential salary schedule (5-0)
- Approved disposal of surplus technology equipment (5-0)
- Approved out of state field trip (5-0)
- Approved regular board meeting minutes (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (7 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion to take action on Consent Agenda items (Single Motion Needed). Roll Call Vote.
15 yea
Dereck Counter yea · Rachelle Price yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea · Julie Hupp yea · Michelle Sutherland yea · Dereck Counter yea · Rachelle Price yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea · Julie Hupp yea · Michelle Sutherland yea · Dereck Counter yea · Rachelle Price yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea · Julie Hupp yea · Michelle Sutherland yea
8.2 Action on RUSD Regular Board Meeting Minutes — Motion to take action on Consent Agenda items (Single Motion Needed). Roll Call Vote.
5 yea
Dereck Counter yea · Rachelle Price yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea · Julie Hupp yea · Michelle Sutherland yea
8.4 Action on Certificated and Management Personnel Report — Motion to take action on Consent Agenda items (Single Motion Needed). Roll Call Vote.
5 yea
Dereck Counter yea · Rachelle Price yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea · Julie Hupp yea · Michelle Sutherland yea
8.5 Action on Classified Personnel Report — Motion to take action on Consent Agenda items (Single Motion Needed). Roll Call Vote.
5 yea
Dereck Counter yea · Rachelle Price yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea · Julie Hupp yea · Michelle Sutherland yea
8.6 Action on the San Jose State University Practicum Agreement — Motion to take action on Consent Agenda items (Single Motion Needed). Roll Call Vote.
5 yea
Dereck Counter yea · Rachelle Price yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea · Julie Hupp yea · Michelle Sutherland yea
8.7 Action on the Special Education Program Analyst Job Description and Revised Confidential Salary Schedule — Motion to take action on Consent Agenda items (Single Motion Needed). Roll Call Vote.
5 yea
Dereck Counter yea · Rachelle Price yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea · Julie Hupp yea · Michelle Sutherland yea
8.9 Action on Out of State Field Trip — Motion to take action on Consent Agenda items (Single Motion Needed). Roll Call Vote.
5 yea
Dereck Counter yea · Rachelle Price yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea · Julie Hupp yea · Michelle Sutherland yea
Wed Aug 7, 2024
Board of Education Regular Meeting 6:30 P.M., Board Room, 2615 Sierra Meadows Dr., Rocklin, CA 95677 and Virtual Live Stream for Public Viewing
School board to vote on staff hires, resignations, and meeting minutes
The Rocklin Unified School District Board will hold a regular meeting with open and closed sessions. The board will first address closed-session items including legal counsel, employee discipline, and labor negotiations. In open session, the board will vote on a consent calendar that includes approval of prior meeting minutes and a personnel report covering resignations, assignment changes, and new hires for the 2024-25 school year. No major policy changes or budget items are on the agenda.
- Personnel report includes resignation of Rachel Nealon (0.6 FTE teacher) and new hires such as Andrea Adams (science teacher) and Rain Kernytsky (Assistant Director of Facilities)
- Consent calendar approval of Special Board Meeting and Regular Board Meeting minutes from June 20, 2024
- Closed session on conference with legal counsel (anticipated litigation), employee discipline, and labor negotiations
- Welcome back presentation for 2024-25 school year by Superintendent Roger Stock
- Reports from employee organizations: CSEA and RTPA
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✓ Decided: Board approves HVAC replacement contract and Superintendent agreement addendum
The Board of Education approved a commercial service contract for Phase 1 of the rooftop HVAC replacement project and an addendum to the Superintendent's employment agreement. Several personnel reports, internship permits for special education teachers, and a partnership agreement with Sierra College were also approved via the consent calendar.
- Approved Carrier Commercial Service Contract for Phase 1 Rooftop HVAC Replacement Project (5-0)
- Approved Superintendent Employment Agreement Addendum (5-0)
- Approved Proposition 28 2023-24 Annual Report (5-0)
- Approved CCAP Agreement with Sierra College and Concurrent Enrollment Resolution (5-0)
- Approved provisional internship permits for Nicole Mitchell, Zachary Daugherty, and Amberly Pettigrew (5-0)
- Approved E-rate Bid for Network Switch Equipment Replacement RFP 24-105 (5-0)
- Approved two out-of-state field trips (5-0)
- Approved 2024-2025 Mental Health Specialist Calendar and Non-Represented Salary Schedule (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (15 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
8.1 Action on Consent Agenda Items (Single Motion Needed) — Motion to take action on Consent Agenda items (Single Motion Needed). Roll Call Vote.
5 yea
Dereck Counter yea · Rachelle Price yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea · Julie Hupp yea · Michelle Sutherland yea
8.3 Action on RUSD Regular Board Meeting Minutes — Motion to take action on Consent Agenda items (Single Motion Needed). Roll Call Vote.
5 yea
Dereck Counter yea · Rachelle Price yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea · Julie Hupp yea · Michelle Sutherland yea
8.4 Action on Certificated and Management Personnel Report — Motion to take action on Consent Agenda items (Single Motion Needed). Roll Call Vote.
5 yea
Dereck Counter yea · Rachelle Price yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea · Julie Hupp yea · Michelle Sutherland yea
Motion to take action on Consent Agenda items (Single Motion Needed). Roll Call Vote.
10 yea
Dereck Counter yea · Rachelle Price yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea · Julie Hupp yea · Michelle Sutherland yea · Dereck Counter yea · Rachelle Price yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea · Julie Hupp yea · Michelle Sutherland yea
8.5 Action on Classified Personnel Report — Motion to take action on Consent Agenda items (Single Motion Needed). Roll Call Vote.
5 yea
Dereck Counter yea · Rachelle Price yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea · Julie Hupp yea · Michelle Sutherland yea
8.7 Action on E-rate Bid for Network Switch Equipment Replacement RFP 24-105 — Motion to take action on Consent Agenda items (Single Motion Needed). Roll Call Vote.
5 yea
Dereck Counter yea · Rachelle Price yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea · Julie Hupp yea · Michelle Sutherland yea
8.8 Action on Out of State Field Trip — Motion to take action on Consent Agenda items (Single Motion Needed). Roll Call Vote.
5 yea
Dereck Counter yea · Rachelle Price yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea · Julie Hupp yea · Michelle Sutherland yea
8.10 Action on College and Career Access Pathways Partnership (CCAP) Agreement with Sierra College in conjunction with Concurrent Enrollment Resolution — Motion to take action on Consent Agenda items…
10 yea
Dereck Counter yea · Rachelle Price yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea · Julie Hupp yea · Michelle Sutherland yea · Dereck Counter yea · Rachelle Price yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea · Julie Hupp yea · Michelle Sutherland yea
8.12 Action on Resolution 24-25-03 - A Resolution Allowing Rocklin Unified School District To Request The Issuance Of A Provisional Internship Permit On Behalf of Zachary Daugherty, Permitting Him To…
5 yea
Dereck Counter yea · Rachelle Price yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea · Julie Hupp yea · Michelle Sutherland yea
8.13 Action on Resolution 24-25-05 - A Resolution Allowing Rocklin Unified School District To Request The Issuance Of A Provisional Internship Permit On Behalf of Amberly Pettigrew, Permitting Her To…
5 yea
Dereck Counter yea · Rachelle Price yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea · Julie Hupp yea · Michelle Sutherland yea
8.14 Action on Updated 2024-2025 Mental Health Specialist Calendar and 2024-2025 Non-Represented Salary Schedule — Motion to take action on Consent Agenda items (Single Motion Needed). Roll Call Vote.
5 yea
Dereck Counter yea · Rachelle Price yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea · Julie Hupp yea · Michelle Sutherland yea
9. Action Items - Regular Agenda — Motion to take action on Consent Agenda items (Single Motion Needed). Roll Call Vote.
5 yea
Dereck Counter yea · Rachelle Price yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea · Julie Hupp yea · Michelle Sutherland yea
9.1 Action on Resolution 24-25-06 regarding Approval of Carrier Commercial Service Contract for the Phase 1 Rooftop HVAC Replacement Project.
5 yea
Dereck Counter yea · Rachelle Price yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea · Julie Hupp yea · Michelle Sutherland yea
9.3 Action on the Proposition 28 2023-24 Annual Report — Motion to take action on Superintendent Employment Agreement Addendum.
5 yea
Dereck Counter yea · Rachelle Price yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea · Julie Hupp yea · Michelle Sutherland yea
10. Information Items
5 yea
Dereck Counter yea · Rachelle Price yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea · Julie Hupp yea · Michelle Sutherland yea
Thu Jun 20, 2024
Board of Education Regular Meeting 6:30 P.M., Board Room, 2615 Sierra Meadows Dr., Rocklin, CA 95677 and Virtual Live Stream for Public Viewing
RUSD board to act on personnel changes, including resignations and new hires
The Rocklin Unified School District Board of Education will hold a regular meeting with a closed session for legal and labor matters, followed by an open session. Action items on the consent calendar include approving minutes and personnel reports listing resignations, retirements, a change in assignment, and new hires for certificated and classified staff.
- Action on personnel report: resignation of Speech Language Pathologist Debra Davidia, retirement of Special Ed RSP Teacher Linda Jelicich, change in assignment for Jill Thorndyke (0.5 FTE Program Specialist I & 0.5 FTE Teacher at Antelope Creek Elementary)
- Classified personnel: resignations of Instructional Aide Linsey Ingman (Granite Oaks Middle School) and Behavior Instructional Assistant Carly Hinton (Sunset Ranch Elementary); new hires: Library Aide Christine Nguyen (Quarry Trail Elementary), Maintenance Worker II Will Fieger (Maintenance & Operations), Bus Driver Sukjoon Hong
- Closed session: conference with legal counsel regarding existing litigation (OAH Case No 2024010481), anticipated litigation, and labor negotiations with district representatives
- Approval of June 12, 2024 regular board meeting minutes
- Public comment procedures and roll call vote on consent agenda
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✓ Decided: Board approves 2024-25 LCAP and special tax reports for CFDs
The Board adopted the 2024-2025 Local Control and Accountability Plan and approved tax reports and special taxes for Community Facilities Districts 1, 2, and 3. Other actions included approving the workers' compensation budget and various personnel and facility contracts.
- Approved 2024-2025 Local Control and Accountability Plan (5-0)
- Approved Resolution No. 23-24-46 levying special taxes for CFDs 1, 2, and 3 (5-0)
- Approved 2024-25 Budget and Annual Certification for Workers' Compensation Claims (5-0)
- Approved settlement terms for OAH Case No. 2024010481 (unanimous)
- Voted to release one classified employee (unanimous)
- Approved American Modular Systems contract for Rocklin Elementary TK portable project (5-0)
- Approved change order with D&H Painting for Rocklin High School exterior painting (5-0)
- Approved agreements with Wellness Together for intervention and counseling services (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (22 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
7.2 Action on RUSD Regular Board Meeting Minutes — Motion to approve Consent Agenda items (Single Motion Needed). Roll Call Vote.
5 yea
Dereck Counter yea · Rachelle Price yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea · Julie Hupp yea · Michelle Sutherland yea
Motion to approve Board Minutes from June 12, 2024 RUSD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting.
3 yea · 2 abstain
Dereck Counter yea · Rachelle Price yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea · Julie Hupp abstain · Michelle Sutherland abstain
7.3 Action on Certificated and Management Personnel Report — Motion to approve Consent Agenda items (Single Motion Needed). Roll Call Vote.
5 yea
Dereck Counter yea · Rachelle Price yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea · Julie Hupp yea · Michelle Sutherland yea
7.5 Action on Resolution 23-24-47 Declaring Governing Board Member Election (Placer County Office of Elections) — Motion to approve Consent Agenda items (Single Motion Needed). Roll Call Vote.
5 yea
Dereck Counter yea · Rachelle Price yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea · Julie Hupp yea · Michelle Sutherland yea
7.6 Action on Monthly Account Summary — Motion to approve Consent Agenda items (Single Motion Needed). Roll Call Vote.
5 yea
Dereck Counter yea · Rachelle Price yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea · Julie Hupp yea · Michelle Sutherland yea
7.7 Action on Donations — Motion to approve Consent Agenda items (Single Motion Needed). Roll Call Vote.
5 yea
Dereck Counter yea · Rachelle Price yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea · Julie Hupp yea · Michelle Sutherland yea
7.8 Action on Bill Warrant Report — Motion to approve Consent Agenda items (Single Motion Needed). Roll Call Vote.
5 yea
Dereck Counter yea · Rachelle Price yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea · Julie Hupp yea · Michelle Sutherland yea
7.9 Action on Quarterly Report on Williams Uniform Complaints — Motion to approve Consent Agenda items (Single Motion Needed). Roll Call Vote.
5 yea
Dereck Counter yea · Rachelle Price yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea · Julie Hupp yea · Michelle Sutherland yea
7.10 Action on the Consolidated Application and Reporting System (CARS) for funding for the 2024-25 School Year — Motion to approve Consent Agenda items (Single Motion Needed). Roll Call Vote.
5 yea
Dereck Counter yea · Rachelle Price yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea · Julie Hupp yea · Michelle Sutherland yea
7.11 Action on Revised Assistant Director of Facilities and Maintenance, New Construction Manager, and New Maintenance and Operations Manager Job Descriptions and Revised RAPA and Non-Represented…
5 yea
Dereck Counter yea · Rachelle Price yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea · Julie Hupp yea · Michelle Sutherland yea
7.12 Action on the Education Protection Account (EPA) 2024-25 Spending Plan for the District's General Fund — Motion to approve Consent Agenda items (Single Motion Needed). Roll Call Vote.
5 yea
Dereck Counter yea · Rachelle Price yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea · Julie Hupp yea · Michelle Sutherland yea
7.13 Action on Revised Board Bylaw (BB) 9270 Conflict of Interest — Motion to approve Consent Agenda items (Single Motion Needed). Roll Call Vote.
5 yea
Dereck Counter yea · Rachelle Price yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea · Julie Hupp yea · Michelle Sutherland yea
7.14 Action on Claim Number GHC0071973 — Motion to approve Consent Agenda items (Single Motion Needed). Roll Call Vote.
5 yea
Dereck Counter yea · Rachelle Price yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea · Julie Hupp yea · Michelle Sutherland yea
7.15 Action on Change Order with D&H Painting for Rocklin High School (RHS) "R" Classrooms Exterior Painting Project — Motion to approve Consent Agenda items (Single Motion Needed). Roll Call Vote.
5 yea
Dereck Counter yea · Rachelle Price yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea · Julie Hupp yea · Michelle Sutherland yea
7.16 Action on Resolution 23-24-43 regarding Approval of American Modular Systems (AMS) Contract for the Rocklin Elementary School TK Portable Building Growth Project. — Motion to approve Consent…
5 yea
Dereck Counter yea · Rachelle Price yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea · Julie Hupp yea · Michelle Sutherland yea
7.17 Action on Disposal of Surplus Technology Equipment — Motion to approve Consent Agenda items (Single Motion Needed). Roll Call Vote.
5 yea
Dereck Counter yea · Rachelle Price yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea · Julie Hupp yea · Michelle Sutherland yea
7.18 Action on Agreement with Wellness Together for Intervention Services — Motion to approve Consent Agenda items (Single Motion Needed). Roll Call Vote.
5 yea
Dereck Counter yea · Rachelle Price yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea · Julie Hupp yea · Michelle Sutherland yea
Motion to approve Consent Agenda items (Single Motion Needed). Roll Call Vote.
5 yea
Dereck Counter yea · Rachelle Price yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea · Julie Hupp yea · Michelle Sutherland yea
7.19 Action on Agreement with Wellness Together for Counseling Services — Motion to approve Consent Agenda items (Single Motion Needed). Roll Call Vote.
5 yea
Dereck Counter yea · Rachelle Price yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea · Julie Hupp yea · Michelle Sutherland yea
8.1 Action on Resolution No. 23-24-46 Approving Tax Reports for Fiscal Year 2024-25 and Levying and Apportioning the Special Tax for Fiscal Year 2024-25 for Community Facilities District (CFD) No. 1…
5 yea
Dereck Counter yea · Rachelle Price yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea · Julie Hupp yea · Michelle Sutherland yea
Thu Jun 20, 2024
Board of Education Special Meeting, Closed Session, 10:30 A.M. RUSD Board Room, 2615 Sierra Meadows Dr., Rocklin, CA 95677
Closed session to evaluate Superintendent Roger Stock
The Rocklin Unified School District Board of Education is meeting in a special closed session to conduct a performance evaluation of Superintendent Roger Stock. The meeting will open with public comment on closed session items before adjourning to closed session, then reconvening to report any action taken.
- Public employee performance evaluation for Superintendent Roger Stock (Gov. Code 54957)
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✓ Decided: No substantive actions taken during RUSD Special Board Meeting
The Board of Education met in closed session to conduct a performance evaluation of the Superintendent. The minutes record that no action was taken during the closed session.
Wed Jun 12, 2024
Board of Education Regular Meeting 6:30 P.M., Board Room, 2615 Sierra Meadows Dr., Rocklin, CA 95677 and Virtual Live Stream for Public Viewing
Rocklin USD board to evaluate superintendent in closed session
The Rocklin Unified School District Board of Education will hold a regular meeting with a closed session at 5:30 PM to discuss legal matters, employee discipline, labor negotiations, and the superintendent's performance evaluation. The open session at 6:30 PM includes introduction of a new assistant principal at Granite Oaks Middle School and approval of routine consent calendar items such as meeting minutes and personnel reports.
- Introduction of Maureen Duffy as 0.5 FTE Assistant Principal at Granite Oaks Middle School
- Closed session evaluation of Superintendent Roger Stock's performance
- Closed session with labor negotiators (Government Code 54957.6)
- Consent calendar approval of May 15 regular and May 28 special board meeting minutes
- Consent calendar action on Certificated and Management Personnel Report
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🗳️ How they voted (16 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
8.1 Action on Consent Agenda Items (Single Motion Needed) — Motion to take action on Consent Agenda items (Single Motion Needed). Roll Call Vote.
3 yea
Dereck Counter yea · Rachelle Price yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea
Motion to take action on Consent Agenda items (Single Motion Needed). Roll Call Vote.
15 yea
Dereck Counter yea · Rachelle Price yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea · Dereck Counter yea · Rachelle Price yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea · Dereck Counter yea · Rachelle Price yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea · Dereck Counter yea · Rachelle Price yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea · Dereck Counter yea · Rachelle Price yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea
8.3 Action on RUSD Special Board Meeting Minutes — Motion to take action on Consent Agenda items (Single Motion Needed). Roll Call Vote.
3 yea
Dereck Counter yea · Rachelle Price yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea
8.5 Action on Classified Personnel Report — Motion to take action on Consent Agenda items (Single Motion Needed). Roll Call Vote.
3 yea
Dereck Counter yea · Rachelle Price yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea
8.6 Action on New Program Specialist I - School of Choice/Special Programs Job Description — Motion to take action on Consent Agenda items (Single Motion Needed). Roll Call Vote.
3 yea
Dereck Counter yea · Rachelle Price yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea
8.8 Action on Approval of Memorandum of Understanding and Agreement to Provide Student Teacher Placements between CalStateTEACH Program and Rocklin Unified School District — Motion to take action on…
3 yea
Dereck Counter yea · Rachelle Price yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea
8.9 Action on Approval of Memorandum of Agreement Between Rocklin Unified School District and Baylor University — Motion to take action on Consent Agenda items (Single Motion Needed). Roll Call Vote.
3 yea
Dereck Counter yea · Rachelle Price yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea
8.10 Action on Approval of California State University - Chico Student Placement Agreement with Rocklin Unified School District — Motion to take action on Consent Agenda items (Single Motion Needed)…
3 yea
Dereck Counter yea · Rachelle Price yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea
8.11 Action on Resolution 23-24-29 - A Resolution Adopting a Declaration of Need for Fully Qualified Educators for the 2024-2025 School Year — Motion to take action on Consent Agenda items (Single…
3 yea
Dereck Counter yea · Rachelle Price yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea
8.13 Action on Resolution 23-24-42 - A Resolution Allowing Rocklin Unified School District to Request the Issuance of a Variable Term Waiver on Behalf of Tammy Valenze, Permitting Her to Provide…
3 yea
Dereck Counter yea · Rachelle Price yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea
8.14 Action on Revised Instructional Aide I - Elementary TK-6 Job Description — Motion to take action on Consent Agenda items (Single Motion Needed). Roll Call Vote.
3 yea
Dereck Counter yea · Rachelle Price yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea
8.15 Action on Contract for the Rocklin High School “R” Classrooms Carpet Replacement Project with Premier Floor Covering — Motion to take action on Consent Agenda items (Single Motion Needed). Roll…
3 yea
Dereck Counter yea · Rachelle Price yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea
8.17 Action on Requests for Authorization from School-Connected Organizations (PTC/Booster Clubs) for 2024-25 — Motion to take action on Consent Agenda items (Single Motion Needed). Roll Call Vote.
3 yea
Dereck Counter yea · Rachelle Price yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea
8.18 Action on Contract with Heyer Gutierrez, LLP for Special Education Legal Services — Motion to take action on Consent Agenda items (Single Motion Needed). Roll Call Vote.
3 yea
Dereck Counter yea · Rachelle Price yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea
8.19 Action on 2024-2025 Designation of California Interscholastic Federation (CIF) Representatives — Motion to take action on Consent Agenda items (Single Motion Needed). Roll Call Vote.
3 yea
Dereck Counter yea · Rachelle Price yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea
8.20 Action on Resolution No. 23-24-45 Delegating Deputy Superintendent Jennifer Stahlheber as Representative and Superintendent Roger Stock as Alternate Representative to the Joint Powers Board for…
3 yea
Dereck Counter yea · Rachelle Price yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea
Tue May 28, 2024
Board of Education Special Meeting, 6:30 P.M. Board Room, 2615 Sierra Meadows Dr., Rocklin, CA 95677
Board weighs switch to by-trustee area elections after legal threat
At this special meeting, the Rocklin Unified School District Board is holding a public hearing and considering the adoption of trustee area maps and election sequencing. The move comes after a demand letter threatened litigation under the California Voting Rights Act, prompting the board to transition from at-large elections. The board will select a map and vote on a resolution to formalize the change.
- Public hearing on proposed trustee area maps presented by Dr. Justin Levitt of National Demographics Corporation
- Board selection of trustee area map and election sequencing schedule
- Adoption of Resolution No. 23-24-41 initiating proposal to Placer County Committee on School District Organization for by-trustee area elections
- Public comment limited to 2 minutes per speaker and 20 minutes total per agenda item
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✓ Decided: Board adopts Map 117 for transition to by-trustee area elections
The Board of Education approved a new trustee area map and election sequencing schedule. The Board also passed a resolution to propose these changes to the Placer County Committee on School District Organization.
- Adopted Map 117 with election sequence of areas 1 and 3 in 2024, and areas 2, 4 and 5 in 2026 (5-0)
- Approved Resolution No. 23-24-41 to propose by-trustee area elections to the Placer County Committee on School District Organization (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
4.1 Board selection of trustee area map, and election sequencing schedule identified therein
5 yea
Dereck Counter yea · Rachelle Price yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea · Julie Hupp yea · Michelle Sutherland yea
BoardDocs motion
5 yea
Dereck Counter yea · Rachelle Price yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea · Julie Hupp yea · Michelle Sutherland yea
Wed May 15, 2024
Board of Education Regular Meeting 6:30 P.M., Board Room, 2615 Sierra Meadows Dr., Rocklin, CA 95677 and Virtual Live Stream for Public Viewing
RUSD Board to hold closed session on assistant principal hire and legal matters
The Rocklin Unified School District Board of Education will hold a closed session to discuss litigation, personnel discipline, labor negotiations, and the appointment of an assistant principal at Granite Oaks Middle School. In open session, the board will report any actions taken and recognize the Wardlaw family as Family Partners in Education and honor employees Josanna Hansen and Judy Kevin. The agenda includes no other substantive public decisions or proposals.
- Closed session: appointment of Assistant Principal at Granite Oaks Middle School
- Closed session: conference with legal counsel on anticipated/existing litigation
- Closed session: public employee discipline/dismissal/release
- Closed session: conference with labor negotiators
- Recognition of Wardlaw family as RUSD Family Partners in Education
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✓ Decided: Board approves 2025-26 school calendar and several district contracts
The Board of Education approved the proposed 2025-2026 District School Year Calendar and various personnel and financial reports. Several contracts were approved, including those for custodial supplies and the Rocklin Elementary School TK Portable Classroom Growth Project. In closed session, the Board appointed a new Assistant Principal and voted to release one certificated employee.
- Approved 2025-2026 District School Year Calendar (5-0)
- Approved contract with Rainforth Grau (RGA) Architects for Rocklin Elementary School TK Portable Classroom Growth Project (5-0)
- Approved contract with Catalyst Family, Inc. for Expanded Learning Opportunities Program (5-0)
- Approved contract for custodial supplies for Fiscal Year 2024-25 (5-0)
- Appointed Maureen Duffy as 0.5 Assistant Principal of Granite Oaks Middle School (5-0)
- Approved motion to release one certificated employee (5-0)
- Approved May 1, 2024 Regular Board Meeting Minutes (4-0, 1 abstain)
- Approved Certificated and Management Personnel, Classified Personnel, and Bill Warrant reports (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
10.4 Action on Legal Services Agreement with Liberty Justice Center — Motion to take action on the Legal Services Contract Agreement with Liberty Justice Center
4 yea · 1 nay
Dereck Counter yea · Rachelle Price yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea · Julie Hupp yea · Michelle Sutherland nay
The other 14 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Wed May 1, 2024
Board of Education Regular Meeting 6:30 P.M., Board Room, 2615 Sierra Meadows Dr., Rocklin, CA 95677 and Virtual Live Stream for Public Viewing
Rocklin school board to discuss legal and personnel issues in closed session
The Rocklin Unified School District Board of Education will meet in regular session following a closed session to discuss anticipated litigation, employee discipline, and labor negotiations. The open session includes recognitions of a family partner, an employee, and a new special education administrator. No other substantive decisions or proposals are on the agenda.
- Closed session on anticipated litigation (Gov. Code 54956.9)
- Closed session on employee discipline/dismissal (Gov. Code 54957)
- Closed session with labor negotiators (Gov. Code 54957.6)
- Recognition of Rock Creek Elementary's Martinelli family as Family Partners in Education
- Recognition of Spring View Middle School custodian Chris Gavin
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✓ Decided: Board directs pursuit of pro bono legal services for CDE litigation
The Board directed the superintendent to seek pro bono legal services regarding a lawsuit filed by the CA Department of Education. The Board also ordered revisions to proposed trustee area maps and approved several consent calendar items, including budget transfers and equipment disposal.
- Directed superintendent to pursue pro bono legal services for CDE litigation
- Directed demographers to revise trustee area maps 111, 112, and 113
- Approved Resolution No. 23-24-35 for temporary interfund transfers (4-0)
- Approved Resolution 23-24-36 for end-of-year budget transfers (4-0)
- Approved disposal of surplus technology equipment (4-0)
- Approved contract with West Coast Energy Systems, LLC for backup generator (4-0)
- Approved contract with Medical Billing Technologies Inc. for Medi-Cal billing (4-0)
- Approved revised RTPA Appendix E-2 Salary Schedule (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted (11 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
9.1 Action on Consent Agenda Items (Single Motion Needed) — Motion to take action on Consent Agenda items (Single Motion Needed). Roll Call Vote.
4 yea
Dereck Counter yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea · Julie Hupp yea · Michelle Sutherland yea
Motion to take action on Consent Agenda items (Single Motion Needed). Roll Call Vote.
12 yea
Dereck Counter yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea · Julie Hupp yea · Michelle Sutherland yea · Dereck Counter yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea · Julie Hupp yea · Michelle Sutherland yea · Dereck Counter yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea · Julie Hupp yea · Michelle Sutherland yea
9.3 Action on Certificated and Management Personnel Report — Motion to take action on Consent Agenda items (Single Motion Needed). Roll Call Vote.
4 yea
Dereck Counter yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea · Julie Hupp yea · Michelle Sutherland yea
9.5 Action on Resolution No. 23-24-35 to Establish Temporary Interfund Transfers of Special or Restricted Fund Monies — Motion to take action on Consent Agenda items (Single Motion Needed). Roll Call…
4 yea
Dereck Counter yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea · Julie Hupp yea · Michelle Sutherland yea
9.6 Action on Resolution 23-24-36 Authorizing End-of-Year Budget Transfers — Motion to take action on Consent Agenda items (Single Motion Needed). Roll Call Vote.
4 yea
Dereck Counter yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea · Julie Hupp yea · Michelle Sutherland yea
9.7 Action on Disposal of Surplus Technology Equipment — Motion to take action on Consent Agenda items (Single Motion Needed). Roll Call Vote.
4 yea
Dereck Counter yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea · Julie Hupp yea · Michelle Sutherland yea
9.8 Action on Contract with West Coast Energy Systems, LLC for Purchase of the Nutrition Services Backup Generator — Motion to take action on Consent Agenda items (Single Motion Needed). Roll Call…
4 yea
Dereck Counter yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea · Julie Hupp yea · Michelle Sutherland yea
9.10 Action on Contract Amendment Two for Instructional Support to Cover Vacant Special Education Positions with Amergis Educational Staffing Inc., previously know as Maxim Healthcare Staffing…
4 yea
Dereck Counter yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea · Julie Hupp yea · Michelle Sutherland yea
9.11 Approve Revised Rocklin Teachers Professional Association (RTPA) Appendix E-2 Salary Schedule — Motion to take action on Consent Agenda items (Single Motion Needed). Roll Call Vote.
4 yea
Dereck Counter yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea · Julie Hupp yea · Michelle Sutherland yea
10.1 Action on Resolution 23-24-37 - Final Resolution to Reduce or eliminate Particular Kinds of Services Pursuant to Education Code 44955
4 yea
Dereck Counter yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea · Julie Hupp yea · Michelle Sutherland yea
11. Information Items
4 yea
Dereck Counter yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea · Julie Hupp yea · Michelle Sutherland yea
Wed Apr 17, 2024
Board of Education Regular Meeting 6:30 P.M., Board Room, 2615 Sierra Meadows Dr., Rocklin, CA 95677 and Virtual Live Stream for Public Viewing
Public hearing on proposed trustee area maps for board elections
The board will hold a public hearing on proposed trustee area maps, presented by Dr. Justin Levitt from National Demographics Corporation. Other agenda items include recognitions, employee organization reports, and closed session discussions on legal matters and personnel. The meeting begins with closed session at 5:30 PM and open session at 6:30 PM.
- Public hearing: presentation by Dr. Justin Levitt on proposed trustee area maps (Item 8.1)
- Closed session: conference with legal counsel on anticipated/existing litigation (Item 3.1)
- Closed session: public employee discipline/dismissal/release (Item 3.2)
- Closed session: conference with labor negotiators (Item 3.3)
- Closed session: public employee appointment for Assistant Director Special Education (Item 3.4)
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✓ Decided: Board appoints Assistant Director of Special Education and reviews trustee maps
The Board approved the appointment of Deanna Torrington as Assistant Director of Special Education and Support Programs. Members identified maps 103 and 104 as the focus maps for proposed trustee area adjustments. The Board also voted to release one classified employee from their position.
- Approved appointment of Deanna Torrington as Assistant Director, Special Education and Support Programs (Unanimous)
- Voted to release one Classified employee from their position (Unanimous)
- Designated maps 103 and 104 as focus maps for trustee area adjustments
- Approved Consent Agenda items including Bill Warrant Report and Monthly Account Summary
- Approved Comprehensive School Safety Plan for 2024-2025
- Approved Development Impact Fee Nexus Study - 2024 Update
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
3.2 Public Employee discipline/dismissal/release pursuant to Government Code 54957
10 yea
Dereck Counter yea · Michelle Sutherland yea · Rachelle Price yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea · Julie Hupp yea · Dereck Counter yea · Michelle Sutherland yea · Rachelle Price yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea · Julie Hupp yea
10.2 Action on Resolution No. 23-24-34 Authorizing Increase in School Facilities Impact Fees on Residential and Commercial Development Effective June 16, 2024 — Motion to take action on Resolution…
5 yea
Dereck Counter yea · Rachelle Price yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea · Julie Hupp yea · Michelle Sutherland yea
10.3 Action on Portable Building Replacement Project Delivery — Motion to take action on portable building replacement to use portables with sky lights and gabled roofs.
5 yea
Dereck Counter yea · Rachelle Price yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea · Julie Hupp yea · Michelle Sutherland yea
Wed Apr 3, 2024
Board of Education Special Meeting, 6:30 P.M. RUSD Board Room, 2615 Sierra Meadows Dr., Rocklin, CA 95677
Second public hearing on switching to by-trustee area elections
The Board will hold a second public hearing to gather input on drawing trustee-area boundaries, transitioning from at-large elections after receiving a demand letter under the California Voting Rights Act. A presentation by Dr. Justin Levitt of National Demographics Corporation will precede the hearing. The Board will also meet in closed session to discuss litigation, employee discipline, and labor negotiations.
- Public hearing on transition to by-trustee area elections (second hearing) under Elections Code 10010(a)(1)
- Presentation by Dr. Justin Levitt of National Demographics Corporation on trustee-area boundary process
- Closed session: Conference with legal counsel on anticipated/existing litigation (Gov. Code 54956.9)
- Closed session: Public employee discipline/dismissal/release (Gov. Code 54957)
- Closed session: Conference with labor negotiators (Gov. Code 54957.6)
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✓ Decided: Board holds public hearing on trustee-area election boundaries
The Board held a second public hearing to gather community input on the demographic process for drawing trustee-area boundaries. A presentation was given by the National Demographics Corporation regarding the transition to by-trustee area elections. No substantive actions were taken during the open or closed sessions.
Wed Mar 20, 2024
Board of Education Regular Meeting 6:30 P.M., Board Room, 2615 Sierra Meadows Dr., Rocklin, CA 95677 and Virtual Live Stream for Public Viewing
Board to hear presentation on switching to by-trustee area elections after litigation threat
The board will hold a public hearing on transitioning from at-large to by-trustee area elections following a demand letter from a law firm. Closed session items include conference with legal counsel on anticipated litigation, employee discipline, and labor negotiations. The meeting also includes recognitions for a family and an employee, as well as reports from employee organizations.
- Public hearing on transition to by-trustee area elections (Item 8.1) after receiving a demand letter from Shenkman and Hughes
- Closed session: Conference with legal counsel on anticipated litigation (Item 3.1)
- Closed session: Public employee discipline/dismissal/release (Item 3.2)
- Closed session: Conference with labor negotiators (Item 3.3)
- Recognition of Spring View Middle School volunteer Jennifer Stevens (Item 5.1) and Cobblestone Elementary speech therapist Patty Seyfried (Item 5.2)
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✓ Decided: Board approves consent agenda and holds hearing on trustee-area elections
The Board of Education approved a comprehensive consent agenda including personnel reports, financial summaries, and facility contracts. A public hearing was held to gather community input on the transition to by-trustee area elections. No action was taken during the closed session.
- Approved 2024-25 to 2026-27 Transportation Plan (5-0)
- Approved printer maintenance agreement with Ubeo Company (5-0)
- Approved painting contract with D & H Painting for Rocklin High School portables (5-0)
- Approved external auditing services contract with Christy White (5-0)
- Approved variable term waiver for Pamela Phillippe for speech language pathology services (5-0)
- Approved monthly account summary and bill warrant report (5-0)
- Approved certificated, management, and classified personnel reports (5-0)
- Approved out of state field trip (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (15 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
9.1 Action on Consent Agenda Items (Single Motion Needed) — Motion to approve Consent Agenda items (Single Motion Needed). Roll Call Vote.
5 yea
Dereck Counter yea · Rachelle Price yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea · Julie Hupp yea · Michelle Sutherland yea
9.2 Action on RUSD Regular Board Meeting Minutes — Motion to approve Consent Agenda items (Single Motion Needed). Roll Call Vote.
5 yea
Dereck Counter yea · Rachelle Price yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea · Julie Hupp yea · Michelle Sutherland yea
9.3 Action on Revised 2023-24 RUSD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting Schedule — Motion to approve Consent Agenda items (Single Motion Needed). Roll Call Vote.
5 yea
Dereck Counter yea · Rachelle Price yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea · Julie Hupp yea · Michelle Sutherland yea
9.5 Action on Classified Personnel Report — Motion to approve Consent Agenda items (Single Motion Needed). Roll Call Vote.
5 yea
Dereck Counter yea · Rachelle Price yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea · Julie Hupp yea · Michelle Sutherland yea
9.6 Action on Donations — Motion to approve Consent Agenda items (Single Motion Needed). Roll Call Vote.
5 yea
Dereck Counter yea · Rachelle Price yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea · Julie Hupp yea · Michelle Sutherland yea
Motion to approve Consent Agenda items (Single Motion Needed). Roll Call Vote.
10 yea
Dereck Counter yea · Rachelle Price yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea · Julie Hupp yea · Michelle Sutherland yea · Dereck Counter yea · Rachelle Price yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea · Julie Hupp yea · Michelle Sutherland yea
9.7 Action on Monthly Account Summary — Motion to approve Consent Agenda items (Single Motion Needed). Roll Call Vote.
5 yea
Dereck Counter yea · Rachelle Price yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea · Julie Hupp yea · Michelle Sutherland yea
9.9 Action on Claim No. R24-02 — Motion to approve Consent Agenda items (Single Motion Needed). Roll Call Vote.
5 yea
Dereck Counter yea · Rachelle Price yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea · Julie Hupp yea · Michelle Sutherland yea
9.10 Action on Resolution 23-24-32 for Printer Maintenance and Service Agreement with Ubeo Company — Motion to approve Consent Agenda items (Single Motion Needed). Roll Call Vote.
5 yea
Dereck Counter yea · Rachelle Price yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea · Julie Hupp yea · Michelle Sutherland yea
9.11 Action on a Contract with D & H Painting for the Rocklin High School “R” Portables Painting Project — Motion to approve Consent Agenda items (Single Motion Needed). Roll Call Vote.
5 yea
Dereck Counter yea · Rachelle Price yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea · Julie Hupp yea · Michelle Sutherland yea
9.12 Action on the 2024-25 to 2026-27 Transportation Plan — Motion to approve Consent Agenda items (Single Motion Needed). Roll Call Vote.
5 yea
Dereck Counter yea · Rachelle Price yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea · Julie Hupp yea · Michelle Sutherland yea
9.13 Action on Resolution 23-24-33 - A Resolution Allowing Rocklin Unified School District to Request the Issuance of a Variable Term Waiver on Behalf of Pamela Phillippe, Permitting Her to Provide…
5 yea
Dereck Counter yea · Rachelle Price yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea · Julie Hupp yea · Michelle Sutherland yea
9.14 Action on Contract for External Auditing Services with Christy White — Motion to approve Consent Agenda items (Single Motion Needed). Roll Call Vote.
5 yea
Dereck Counter yea · Rachelle Price yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea · Julie Hupp yea · Michelle Sutherland yea
9.15 Action on Out of State Field Trip — Motion to approve Consent Agenda items (Single Motion Needed). Roll Call Vote.
5 yea
Dereck Counter yea · Rachelle Price yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea · Julie Hupp yea · Michelle Sutherland yea
10.1 Action on the 2023-24 Second Interim Report & Budget Revisions — Motion to take action on the 2023-24 Second Interim Report & Budget Revisions
5 yea
Dereck Counter yea · Rachelle Price yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea · Julie Hupp yea · Michelle Sutherland yea
Wed Mar 6, 2024
Board of Education Regular Meeting 6:30 P.M., Board Room, 2615 Sierra Meadows Dr., Rocklin, CA 95677 and Virtual Live Stream for Public Viewing
Board to discuss closed session legal and labor matters, recognize family and employee
The Rocklin Unified School District Board of Education will hold a regular meeting with closed session items including anticipated litigation, employee discipline, and labor negotiations. The open session includes special recognitions for a family partner in education and an employee, as well as routine procedural items and a consent calendar. No substantive policy or financial decisions are detailed in the agenda.
- Closed session on anticipated litigation (Gov. Code 54956.9)
- Closed session on public employee discipline/dismissal (Gov. Code 54957)
- Closed session with labor negotiators (Gov. Code 54957.6) – Superintendent and deputies may present
- Special recognition: Niclai Family as RUSD Family Partners in Education
- Special recognition: Cachet Abedi, secretary at Sunset Ranch Elementary, for going above and beyond
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✓ Decided: Board approves new science curriculum for grades 2-5
The Board approved the adoption of McGraw-Hill Inspire Science for elementary grades 2-5. Several personnel changes and facility contracts were approved via the consent calendar. The meeting also included a discussion on transitioning to a by-trustee area election system.
- Approved McGraw-Hill Inspire Science adoption for grades 2-5 (5-0)
- Approved contract with Convergint for District camera installation (5-0)
- Approved contract with First Serve Productions Inc. for Whitney High School tennis court restoration (5-0)
- Approved contract with JB Bostic Company for Summer 2024 asphalt projects (5-0)
- Approved University of Massachusetts Global Supervised Internship Agreement (5-0)
- Approved release of Katie Tweltridge as 0.5 ELOP Coordinator and reassignment to 0.5 Assistant Principal at Rocklin Elementary School (5-0)
- Approved non-reelection of one certificated employee (5-0)
- Approved release and reassignment of a certificated administrator (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (17 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
8.2 Action on RUSD Regular Board Meeting Minutes — Motion to take action on Consent Agenda items (Single Motion Needed). Roll Call Vote.
5 yea
Dereck Counter yea · Rachelle Price yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea · Julie Hupp yea · Michelle Sutherland yea
8.3 Action on RUSD Study Session Minutes — Motion to take action on Consent Agenda items (Single Motion Needed). Roll Call Vote.
5 yea
Dereck Counter yea · Rachelle Price yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea · Julie Hupp yea · Michelle Sutherland yea
8.4 Action on Certificated and Management Personnel Report — Motion to take action on Consent Agenda items (Single Motion Needed). Roll Call Vote.
5 yea
Dereck Counter yea · Rachelle Price yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea · Julie Hupp yea · Michelle Sutherland yea
8.5 Action on Classified Personnel Report — Motion to take action on Consent Agenda items (Single Motion Needed). Roll Call Vote.
5 yea
Dereck Counter yea · Rachelle Price yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea · Julie Hupp yea · Michelle Sutherland yea
Motion to take action on Consent Agenda items (Single Motion Needed). Roll Call Vote.
15 yea
Dereck Counter yea · Rachelle Price yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea · Julie Hupp yea · Michelle Sutherland yea · Dereck Counter yea · Rachelle Price yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea · Julie Hupp yea · Michelle Sutherland yea · Dereck Counter yea · Rachelle Price yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea · Julie Hupp yea · Michelle Sutherland yea
8.6 Action on Bill Warrants — Motion to take action on Consent Agenda items (Single Motion Needed). Roll Call Vote.
5 yea
Dereck Counter yea · Rachelle Price yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea · Julie Hupp yea · Michelle Sutherland yea
8.8 Action on Resolution 23-24-27 A Resolution Authorizing the Release of Temporary Certificated Employees Pursuant to Education Code 44954 — Motion to take action on Consent Agenda items (Single…
5 yea
Dereck Counter yea · Rachelle Price yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea · Julie Hupp yea · Michelle Sutherland yea
8.9 Action on Resolution 23-24-28 A Resolution Authorizing the Release of Short-Term Employees Pursuant to Education Code 45103 — Motion to take action on Consent Agenda items (Single Motion Needed)…
5 yea
Dereck Counter yea · Rachelle Price yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea · Julie Hupp yea · Michelle Sutherland yea
8.11 Action on Will Serve Letter – Final Map of Whitney Ranch Large Lot Subdivision — Motion to take action on Consent Agenda items (Single Motion Needed). Roll Call Vote.
5 yea
Dereck Counter yea · Rachelle Price yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea · Julie Hupp yea · Michelle Sutherland yea
8.12 Action on University of Massachusetts Global Supervised Internship Agreement — Motion to take action on Consent Agenda items (Single Motion Needed). Roll Call Vote.
5 yea
Dereck Counter yea · Rachelle Price yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea · Julie Hupp yea · Michelle Sutherland yea
8.13 Action on Contract for the Whitney High School Tennis Court Restoration Project with First Serve Productions Inc. — Motion to take action on Consent Agenda items (Single Motion Needed). Roll…
5 yea
Dereck Counter yea · Rachelle Price yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea · Julie Hupp yea · Michelle Sutherland yea
8.14 Action on Contract for Summer 2024 Asphalt Projects with JB Bostic Company — Motion to take action on Consent Agenda items (Single Motion Needed). Roll Call Vote.
5 yea
Dereck Counter yea · Rachelle Price yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea · Julie Hupp yea · Michelle Sutherland yea
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5 yea
Dereck Counter yea · Rachelle Price yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea · Julie Hupp yea · Michelle Sutherland yea
9.2 Action on Resolution 23-24-31, resolution to initiate a transition to by-trustee area election system commencing with the 2024 Board of Trustees Election — Motion to take action on Resolution…
5 yea
Dereck Counter yea · Rachelle Price yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea · Julie Hupp yea · Michelle Sutherland yea
9.4 Action on Resolution 23-24-25, A Resolution Authorizing the Reduction of Classified School Services Pursuant to Education Code sections 45101, 45114, 45117, 45298 and 45308 — Motion to take…
5 yea
Dereck Counter yea · Rachelle Price yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea · Julie Hupp yea · Michelle Sutherland yea
9.5 Action on Vote for 2024 California School Board's Association (CSBA) Delegate Assembly Representative(s), Subregion 4D Access Public — Motion to take action on Resolution 23-24-25, a Resolution…
5 yea
Dereck Counter yea · Rachelle Price yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea · Julie Hupp yea · Michelle Sutherland yea
Motion to take action on Vote for 2024 California School Board's Association (CSBA) Delegate Assembly Representative(s), Subregion 4D Access Public
5 yea
Dereck Counter yea · Rachelle Price yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea · Julie Hupp yea · Michelle Sutherland yea
Wed Feb 7, 2024
Board of Education Study Session, 4:00 P.M., Board Room, 2615 Sierra Meadows Dr., Rocklin, CA 95677
Board study session on student mental health programs
The Rocklin Unified School District Board of Education holds a study session with one information item: a presentation on student mental health supports, including expanded elementary counseling, a contract with Care Solace, and increased Mental Health Specialist hours. The session is open for in-person attendance. The next regular board meeting is noted as May 6, 2020, per the agenda.
- Presentation on student mental health supports, including elementary counseling, Care Solace contract, and increased Mental Health Specialist hours
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✓ Decided: Board of Education Study Session held February 7, 2024
The Board of Education held a study session to discuss student mental health. No substantive decisions, votes, or approvals were recorded in the minutes.
Wed Feb 7, 2024
Board of Education Regular Meeting 6:30 P.M., Board Room, 2615 Sierra Meadows Dr., Rocklin, CA 95677 and Virtual Live Stream for Public Viewing
Board to hold closed session on legal and labor matters; recognitions scheduled
The Rocklin Unified School District Board will meet in open and closed session. Closed session topics include anticipated litigation, employee discipline, and labor negotiations. Open session includes recognitions of a family, a school psychologist, and a police sergeant. The board will also act on the consent calendar.
- Recognition of the Nesinov family as RUSD Family Partners in Education from Valley View Elementary
- Recognition of Allie Cawood-Smith, school psychologist at Granite Oaks Middle School
- Recognition of Chris Osborne, sergeant with Rocklin Police Youth Services Division, for 10 years of service
- Closed session conference with legal counsel on anticipated and existing litigation
- Closed session on public employee discipline/dismissal/release and conference with labor negotiators
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✓ Decided: Board directs Superintendent to request reconsideration of CDE investigation report
The Board of Education approved several personnel reports, facility contracts, and policy revisions. In closed session, the Board voted to challenge an investigation report from the California Department of Education. The meeting also included recognition for district employees and community partners.
- Directed Superintendent to file request for reconsideration with CA Dept of Education regarding Feb 1 investigation report (4-1)
- Approved contract with Abide Builders, Inc. for Quarry Trail Elementary School portables installation (5-0)
- Approved emergency contract with Servpro for Granite Oaks Middle School ceiling remediation (5-0)
- Approved contract amendment with Maxim Healthcare Staffing Services for special education positions (5-0)
- Approved E-rate bid for 2024-2025 District Network Switch Equipment RFP 24-105 (5-0)
- Approved Resolution 23-24-21 for HVIP Public School Bus Set-Aside participation (5-0)
- Approved Transitional Kindergarten (TK) teaching requirements (5-0)
- Approved Classified, Certificated, and Management Personnel Reports (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (13 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
8.1 Action on Consent Agenda Items (Single Motion Needed) — Motion to approve Consent Agenda items (Single Motion Needed). Roll Call Vote.
5 yea
Dereck Counter yea · Rachelle Price yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea · Julie Hupp yea · Michelle Sutherland yea
8.2 Action on RUSD Regular Board Meeting Minutes — Motion to approve Consent Agenda items (Single Motion Needed). Roll Call Vote.
5 yea
Dereck Counter yea · Rachelle Price yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea · Julie Hupp yea · Michelle Sutherland yea
Motion to approve Consent Agenda items (Single Motion Needed). Roll Call Vote.
10 yea
Dereck Counter yea · Rachelle Price yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea · Julie Hupp yea · Michelle Sutherland yea · Dereck Counter yea · Rachelle Price yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea · Julie Hupp yea · Michelle Sutherland yea
8.4 Action on Classified Personnel Report — Motion to approve Consent Agenda items (Single Motion Needed). Roll Call Vote.
5 yea
Dereck Counter yea · Rachelle Price yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea · Julie Hupp yea · Michelle Sutherland yea
8.5 Approve Certificated and Management Personnel Report — Motion to approve Consent Agenda items (Single Motion Needed). Roll Call Vote.
5 yea
Dereck Counter yea · Rachelle Price yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea · Julie Hupp yea · Michelle Sutherland yea
8.6 Action on E-rate Bid for the 2024-2025 District Network Switch Equipment RFP 24-105 — Motion to approve Consent Agenda items (Single Motion Needed). Roll Call Vote.
5 yea
Dereck Counter yea · Rachelle Price yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea · Julie Hupp yea · Michelle Sutherland yea
8.7 Action on Contract Amendment One for Instructional Support to Cover Vacant Special Education Positions with Maxim Healthcare Staffing Services — Motion to approve Consent Agenda item 8.7 (Single…
5 yea
Dereck Counter yea · Rachelle Price yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea · Julie Hupp yea · Michelle Sutherland yea
8.9 Action on Resolution 23-24-21 Authorizing Participation in the HVIP Public School Bus Set-Aside and Delegation of Authority — Motion to approve Consent Agenda items (Single Motion Needed). Roll…
5 yea
Dereck Counter yea · Rachelle Price yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea · Julie Hupp yea · Michelle Sutherland yea
8.10 Action on Contract for Quarry Trail Elementary School Portables Addition Installation with Abide Builders, Inc. — Motion to approve Consent Agenda items (Single Motion Needed). Roll Call Vote.
5 yea
Dereck Counter yea · Rachelle Price yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea · Julie Hupp yea · Michelle Sutherland yea
8.11 Action on Emergency Resolution 23-24-22 Approving and Authorizing a Contract with Servpro for the Granite Oaks Middle School Emergency Ceiling Remediation Services — Motion to approve Consent…
10 yea
Dereck Counter yea · Rachelle Price yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea · Julie Hupp yea · Michelle Sutherland yea · Dereck Counter yea · Rachelle Price yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea · Julie Hupp yea · Michelle Sutherland yea
8.14 Action on Revisions to Board Policy (BP) 6146.4 - Differential Graduation and Competency Standards for Students With Disabilities — Motion to approve Consent Agenda items (Single Motion Needed)…
5 yea
Dereck Counter yea · Rachelle Price yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea · Julie Hupp yea · Michelle Sutherland yea
9. Action Items - Regular Agenda — Motion to approve Consent Agenda items (Single Motion Needed). Roll Call Vote.
5 yea
Dereck Counter yea · Rachelle Price yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea · Julie Hupp yea · Michelle Sutherland yea
9.1 Action on Rocklin Unified School District's New High School Courses for 2024-2025 — Motion to approve Rocklin Unified School District's New High School Courses for 2024-2025
5 yea
Dereck Counter yea · Rachelle Price yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea · Julie Hupp yea · Michelle Sutherland yea
Tue Jan 30, 2024
Board of Education Study Session, 4:00 P.M., Board Room, 2615 Sierra Meadows Dr., Rocklin, CA 95677
Board to discuss Facilities Master Plan Update in study session
The Rocklin Unified School District Board of Education will hold a study session to discuss the Facilities Master Plan Update. The meeting includes procedural items and a public comment period specifically on this topic. No decisions are being made; it is a discussion session.
- Facilities Master Plan Update discussion
- Public comment period on Facilities Master Plan Update scheduled for approximately 6:30 PM
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Wed Jan 17, 2024
Board of Education Regular Meeting 6:30 P.M., Board Room, 2615 Sierra Meadows Dr., Rocklin, CA 95677 and Virtual Live Stream for Public Viewing
Rocklin Unified School District Board to hold regular meeting Jan 17
The Board of Education will meet to conduct a closed session regarding litigation, employee discipline, and labor negotiations. The open session includes community and employee recognitions and a consent calendar for routine actions.
- Closed session on anticipated and existing litigation
- Closed session on public employee discipline, dismissal, or release
- Closed session conference with labor negotiators
- Recognition of the Vanden Akker family for contributions to Whitney High School
- Recognition of lead custodian Joe Santos from Rock Creek Elementary
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✓ Decided: Board approves consent agenda including school furniture and software contracts
The Board of Education approved a comprehensive consent agenda covering personnel reports, financial summaries, and various district contracts. This included the purchase of classroom furniture for the Quarry Trail Elementary School Expansion Project and a three-year agreement for workflow processing software. The Board also approved the 2024-25 regular meeting schedule.
- Approved Revised 2023-24 and 2024-25 Board meeting schedules (5-0)
- Approved Certificated, Management, and Classified Personnel Reports (5-0)
- Approved Monthly Account Summary and Bill Warrants (5-0)
- Approved addition of Men/Women Flag Football to RTPA Extra Compensation Pay Schedule (5-0)
- Approved Resolution 23-24-19 to employ short-term employees for 2024-25 (5-0)
- Approved disposal of surplus technology equipment (5-0)
- Approved contract with Sierra School Equipment Company for Quarry Trail Elementary furniture (5-0)
- Approved 3-year contract with Informed K12 for workflow processing software (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (19 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
8.1 Action on Consent Agenda Items (Single Motion Needed) — Motion to approve Consent Agenda items (Single Motion Needed). Roll Call Vote.
5 yea
Dereck Counter yea · Rachelle Price yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea · Julie Hupp yea · Michelle Sutherland yea
8.2 Action on RUSD Regular Board Meeting Minutes — Motion to approve Consent Agenda items (Single Motion Needed). Roll Call Vote.
10 yea
Dereck Counter yea · Rachelle Price yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea · Julie Hupp yea · Michelle Sutherland yea · Dereck Counter yea · Rachelle Price yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea · Julie Hupp yea · Michelle Sutherland yea
8.5 Action on Certificated and Management Personnel Report — Motion to approve Consent Agenda items (Single Motion Needed). Roll Call Vote.
5 yea
Dereck Counter yea · Rachelle Price yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea · Julie Hupp yea · Michelle Sutherland yea
Motion to approve Consent Agenda items (Single Motion Needed). Roll Call Vote.
15 yea
Dereck Counter yea · Rachelle Price yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea · Julie Hupp yea · Michelle Sutherland yea · Dereck Counter yea · Rachelle Price yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea · Julie Hupp yea · Michelle Sutherland yea · Dereck Counter yea · Rachelle Price yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea · Julie Hupp yea · Michelle Sutherland yea
8.6 Action on Classified Personnel Report — Motion to approve Consent Agenda items (Single Motion Needed). Roll Call Vote.
5 yea
Dereck Counter yea · Rachelle Price yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea · Julie Hupp yea · Michelle Sutherland yea
8.8 Action on Donations — Motion to approve Consent Agenda items (Single Motion Needed). Roll Call Vote.
5 yea
Dereck Counter yea · Rachelle Price yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea · Julie Hupp yea · Michelle Sutherland yea
8.9 Action on Bill Warrants — Motion to approve Consent Agenda items (Single Motion Needed). Roll Call Vote.
5 yea
Dereck Counter yea · Rachelle Price yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea · Julie Hupp yea · Michelle Sutherland yea
8.10 Action on Quarterly Report on Williams Uniform Complaints — Motion to approve Consent Agenda items (Single Motion Needed). Roll Call Vote.
5 yea
Dereck Counter yea · Rachelle Price yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea · Julie Hupp yea · Michelle Sutherland yea
8.11 Action on Addition of Men/Women Flag Football to RTPA Extra Compensation Pay Schedule - Elementary/Middle School 2023-2024 Appendix E-3 — Motion to approve Consent Agenda items (Single Motion…
5 yea
Dereck Counter yea · Rachelle Price yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea · Julie Hupp yea · Michelle Sutherland yea
8.12 Action on Resolution 23-24-19: A Resolution Authorizing the Authority to Employ Short-Term Employee(s) for the 2024-25 School Year, Pursuant to Education Code 45103 — Motion to approve Consent…
5 yea
Dereck Counter yea · Rachelle Price yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea · Julie Hupp yea · Michelle Sutherland yea
8.13 Action on Claim No. R24-01 — Motion to approve Consent Agenda items (Single Motion Needed). Roll Call Vote.
5 yea
Dereck Counter yea · Rachelle Price yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea · Julie Hupp yea · Michelle Sutherland yea
8.14 Action on Disposal of Surplus Technology Equipment — Motion to approve Consent Agenda items (Single Motion Needed). Roll Call Vote.
5 yea
Dereck Counter yea · Rachelle Price yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea · Julie Hupp yea · Michelle Sutherland yea
8.16 Action on Resolution 23-24-14 and Contract with Sierra School Equipment Company for Purchase of Classroom Furniture and Related Set Up for Quarry Trail Elementary School Expansion Project —…
5 yea
Dereck Counter yea · Rachelle Price yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea · Julie Hupp yea · Michelle Sutherland yea
8.17 Action on Resolution 23-24-20 and Related Contract with Informed K12 for District Workflow Processing Software 3 Year Agreement — Motion to approve Consent Agenda items (Single Motion Needed)…
5 yea
Dereck Counter yea · Rachelle Price yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea · Julie Hupp yea · Michelle Sutherland yea
8.19 Action on Agreement and Stipulation for Expulsions — Motion to approve Consent Agenda items (Single Motion Needed). Roll Call Vote.
5 yea
Dereck Counter yea · Rachelle Price yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea · Julie Hupp yea · Michelle Sutherland yea
8.20 Action on Out of State Field Trip — Motion to approve Consent Agenda items (Single Motion Needed). Roll Call Vote.
5 yea
Dereck Counter yea · Rachelle Price yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea · Julie Hupp yea · Michelle Sutherland yea
9. Action Items - Regular Agenda — Motion to approve Consent Agenda items (Single Motion Needed). Roll Call Vote.
5 yea
Dereck Counter yea · Rachelle Price yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea · Julie Hupp yea · Michelle Sutherland yea
Motion to take action on 2024-2025 Initial Joint Contract Proposal from the Rocklin Unified School District (RUSD) and the Rocklin Teachers Professional Association (RTPA) for 2024-2025 and hold a…
5 yea
Dereck Counter yea · Rachelle Price yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea · Julie Hupp yea · Michelle Sutherland yea
9.2 Action on Declaration of Open Enrollment for Rocklin Unified School District for 2024-2025 School Year
5 yea
Dereck Counter yea · Rachelle Price yea · Tiffany Saathoff yea · Julie Hupp yea · Michelle Sutherland yea