Franklin-McKinley School District public meetings in 2024
21 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2016- 2025
The board will consider adopting a Supplemental Early Retirement Program (SERP) for eligible employees, which could save the district up to $2.7 million over five years. It will also vote on a resolution to formally declare the passage of Measure W, a new parcel tax generating $3.3 million annually for nine years, and establish a consolidated oversight committee. Additionally, the board will elect officers for the coming year and swear in re-elected members George Sanchez and Hong Ha Hoang.
- Adoption of Resolution 2024-42 for a Supplemental Early Retirement Program (SERP) offering annuity incentives to at least 194 eligible employees.
- Adoption of Resolution 2024-41 to certify Measure W election results (passed with over 77% approval) and create a Citizens' Oversight Committee.
- Oath of Office Ceremony for re-elected Board Members George Sanchez and Hong Ha Hoang.
- Election of Board President, Vice President, and Clerk for the upcoming term.
- Fiscal Year 2023-24 Annual Financial Audit Report with no findings.
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2016- 2025
The board will consider approving the 2024-25 First Interim Report with a Qualified self-certification, indicating the district may not meet its financial obligations. The report warns of a 'fiscal cliff' and the need to identify $22.9M in cuts by March 15, 2025. The board will also hear initial bargaining proposals from both the teachers union and the district for the 2025-26 school year.
- 2024-25 First Interim Report with Qualified self-certification and $22.9M in required cuts
- Public hearing on FMEA's initial bargaining proposal (compensation, class size)
- Public hearing on FMSD's initial bargaining proposal (compensation, hours of employment)
- 2023-24 CAASPP test results presentation
- Closed session on real property negotiations for Communication Hill as a potential school site
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2016- 2025
The board will hold a public hearing on the renewal of Voices College Bound Language Academy, a K-6 charter school serving the district since 2017. A recommendation on approval or denial is expected at the January 14, 2025 board meeting. The board will also discuss closed-session items including real property negotiations for a potential school site at Communication Hill.
- Public hearing for renewal of Voices College Bound Language Academy charter petition
- Closed-session conference with real property negotiator for Communication Hill as potential school site
- Memorandum of Understanding with Junior Achievement for financial literacy lessons at Dahl, Franklin, Kennedy, and McKinley elementary schools
- Ratification of MOU with ZunZun Assemblies for a watershed-themed musical assembly at Windmill Springs Elementary
- Memorandum of Understanding with San Jose Museum of Art for free 'Let's Look at Art' programming
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2016- 2025
The Franklin-McKinley School District Board will hold a regular meeting on October 22, 2024, at 8:00 PM. The agenda includes a closed session for personnel, negotiations, and real property discussions, followed by public comment and consent items. The board will vote on several contracts and MOUs, including a $24,000 contract with Breakthrough Silicon Valley for after-school and summer programs for middle school students.
- Ratification of $24,000 contract with Breakthrough Silicon Valley for 2024-25 school year (ELOP funds)
- MOU with Dorian Studios for photography at Shirakawa and Stonegate Schools (no cost)
- MOU with Marshmallow Minds for STEAM presentations at eight schools (no cost)
- MOU with Jostens Inc. for photography at Windmill Springs Elementary (no cost)
- Closed session: real property negotiation for potential school site at Communication Hill with MTA Properties
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2016- 2025
The Franklin-McKinley School District Board will vote on a resolution to identify $22.9 million in budget reductions for 2025-26 and $4 million for 2026-27, as required by the Santa Clara County Superintendent to address structural deficit spending. The board will also consider approving members for a School Consolidation Advisory Committee to recommend which school sites to close or consolidate. Failure to comply with county conditions could result in a fiscal advisor being assigned with stay and rescind authority.
- Resolution 2024-38 to identify $22.9M in cuts for 2025-26 and $4M for 2026-27, with a Fiscal Stabilization Plan due by October 8, 2024
- School Consolidation Advisory Committee applicants: 18 recommended members from 31 applicants, including parents, staff, and residents
- County conditionally approved 2024-25 adopted budget; noncompliance may trigger 'Lack of Going Concern' status and a fiscal advisor
- Potential budget cut options for the Fiscal Stabilization Plan to be approved by March 15, 2025
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2016- 2025
The Franklin-McKinley School District Board will hold a public hearing on the sufficiency of instructional materials and consider adopting Resolution 2024-37. They will also receive an enrollment projection update from PowerSchool, which may inform future school consolidation discussions. The meeting includes closed-session items on personnel, negotiations, and real property at Communication Hill.
- Public hearing and resolution on sufficiency of instructional materials for 2024-25 (Resolution 2024-37)
- Enrollment projection update from PowerSchool, with discussion of declining enrollment and potential school consolidation
- Ratification of $20,577.98 emergency plumbing contract with Jahn Plumbing for Sylvandale Middle School water leak
- Ratification of $18,630.00 contract with TransACT Communications for transportation management software
- Memorandum of Understanding with Seniors Council for Foster Grandparent Program at Kennedy School (no cost)
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2016- 2025
The Franklin-McKinley School District board will discuss and vote on forming a School Consolidation Advisory Committee to recommend which schools to close or consolidate due to declining enrollment. The board will also hear a recap of summer programs that served 1,255 students and approve a public hearing on instructional materials. Several consent items under $25,000 are on the agenda.
- School Consolidation Advisory Committee and timeline for possible school closures
- Notice of Public Hearing on sufficiency of instructional materials (Sept. 24)
- Summer Programs 2024 recap: 1,255 students served at five sites
- MOU with City of San Jose STAR Camp for fourth-grade science camp at Lairon School (no cost)
- Closed session items on employee discipline, settlement agreement, and negotiations
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2016- 2025
The Board is reviewing a proposal to hire consultants for school consolidation due to declining enrollment. They are also accepting an annual report regarding $936,476 in Proposition 28 funds for arts and music programs.
- Consulting agreement with Total School Solutions for school consolidations up to $50,000
- Proposition 28 annual report for $936,476 in arts and music funding
- Contract with Silicon Valley Math Initiative to support Sylvandale Middle School for $17,750
- Agreement with Ryland Strategic Business Services for financial planning up to $15,000
- Real property negotiation regarding Communication Hill for a potential school site
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2016- 2025
The Franklin-McKinley School District Board is holding a retreat to discuss governance and the superintendent's annual goals. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the meeting is for discussion and information only.
- Discussion of governance (item 4.01)
- Discussion of superintendent's annual goals (item 4.02)
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2016- 2025
The Franklin-McKinley School District Board will consider approving the 45-day budget revision for fiscal year 2024-25, reflecting state budget changes, and discuss a policy change proposal from Trustee Marc Cooper to amend parent notification and ceremonies policies. The board will also vote on a memorandum of understanding with CSEA to reduce hours for vacant positions.
- 45-day budget revision for 2024-25, including $600K increase in transportation reimbursement and $130K increase in lottery revenue
- Policy change proposal to amend Board Policy 5164.6 (Parent/Guardian Notifications) and Administrative Regulation 6115 (Ceremonies and Observances)
- Memorandum of Understanding with CSEA to reduce hours for vacant Secretary I/II, Custodial, and Child Nutrition Services positions
- Closed session items include negotiations, real property negotiation for Communication Hill as a potential school site, and superintendent performance evaluation
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2016- 2025
The Franklin-McKinley School District Board will hold a regular meeting with closed session items, public comments, and action items. Key decisions include adopting the FY 2024-25 budget, approving the 2024-2027 LCAP, and considering a resolution to place a parcel tax on the November 2024 ballot. The board will also discuss a proposed youth sports complex on district land.
- Resolution 2024-27 calling a parcel tax election for November 2024, combining Measures HH and K into a $192/year parcel tax for 9 years, estimated $3.3M annually
- Adoption of FY 2024-25 budget, with projected deficit spending and $22.9M in cuts for 2024-25 and $4M for 2025-26
- Approval of 2024-2027 Local Control Accountability Plan (LCAP) with $17,093,958 in LCFF funding
- Discussion of youth sports complex on district land with SVNJB, no district funding for construction
- Closed session items: employee discipline, personnel addendum, negotiations, real property negotiation for Communication Hill, and superintendent's annual evaluation
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2016- 2025
The Franklin-McKinley School District Board will hold public hearings on the 2024-27 Local Control and Accountability Plan (LCAP) and the 2024-25 proposed budget, and will discuss local performance indicators. The board will also meet in closed session for personnel, negotiations, and property negotiations for a potential school site at Communication Hill. Consent items include a plumbing contract for Shirakawa Elementary and a music instruction MOU.
- Public hearing on 2024-27 LCAP and 2023-24 annual update
- Public hearing on 2024-25 proposed budget
- Closed session: property negotiations for Communication Hill (potential school site)
- Contract with Jahn Plumbing for Shirakawa emergency leak repair ($15,723.17)
- MOU with Music for Minors for Dahl Elementary music instruction
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2016- 2025
The Franklin-McKinley School District Board will hold a public hearing to consider increasing statutory school fees on new residential and commercial/industrial development projects, with a possible resolution to follow. The board will also hear an end-of-year update on the Expanded Learning Opportunities Program (ELO-P) and recognize students and staff for achievements. The agenda includes a closed session for personnel and negotiations, and a public hearing on the LCAP annual update.
- Public hearing to increase developer fees under Education Code 17620
- ELOP end-of-year presentation on after-school and summer programs
- Recognition of 3rd grade Pathway to Biliteracy students
- Recognition of Tech Challenge: Cosmic Quest participants
- Closed session on property negotiations for Communication Hill
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2016- 2025
The Franklin-McKinley School District Board of Education will meet in person on May 14, 2024, to consider approving the 2024-2027 FMSD Technology Plan, a multi-year framework for integrating technology into classrooms. The board will also hold a closed session to discuss personnel, negotiations, a property negotiation for a potential school site at Communication Hill, and a settlement agreement in Perez v. FMSD. Several consent items under $25,000 are on the agenda, including purchases and memorandums of understanding.
- Approval of 2024-2027 FMSD Technology Plan
- Closed session: property negotiation with Rob Bettencourt (MTA Properties) for potential school site at Communication Hill
- Closed session: Perez v. Franklin-McKinley School District (2109076) settlement agreement
- Purchase of musical instruments from Music Village for Bridges Academy, $19,339 (Prop 28 funds)
- Ratification of contract with Precision Communications to replace intercom at Santee Elementary, $18,206.56
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2016- 2025
The Franklin-McKinley School District Board of Education will meet in person to discuss and act on several items, including a two-year contract with Voler Strategic Advisors for communications and media relations, an appointment to the Measure R bond oversight committee, and annual updates from five charter schools. The board will also hold a closed session to discuss personnel matters, negotiations, and a real property negotiation for a potential school site at Communication Hill.
- Approve 2-year, $168,000 contract with Voler Strategic Advisors for communications and media relations
- Appoint Kevin B. Rumley to the Measure R Citizen's Bond Oversight Committee
- Review annual updates from charter schools: ACE Esperanza, KIPP Heritage, Rocketship Mosaic, Rocketship Spark, Voices College-Bound Academy
- Closed session: real property negotiation with Rob Bettencourt (MTA Properties) for potential school site at Communication Hill
- Approve quarterly Williams Uniform Complaints report (no complaints) and monthly warrant report for March 2024
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2016- 2025
The Franklin-McKinley School District Board will meet in person to consider consent items, including a $19,000 contract with The Reading League for K-2 teacher training at six CCEIS schools, a $33,509.17 renewal for special education software licenses, and a $39,075 amendment to expand Starting Arts after-school programs. The board will also hold a closed session on personnel, negotiations, and real property discussions for a potential school site at Communication Hill.
- Contract with The Reading League for $19,000 for K-2 teacher professional development at Dahl, Franklin, Hellyer, McKinley, Shirakawa, and Stonegate schools
- Renewal of News 2 You and Unique Learning Systems licenses for $33,509.17 for special education classrooms
- Contract amendment for Starting Arts after-school programs at Los Arboles, Ramblewood, and Franklin for $39,075
- Closed session includes conference with real property negotiator for Communication Hill property for potential school site
- Acceptance of Prop 51 performance audit for modernization projects at Windmill Springs, Daniel Lairon, and Hellyer elementary schools
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2016- 2025
The Franklin-McKinley School District Board of Education will hold a regular meeting with a closed session to discuss personnel, negotiations, and a real property negotiation for a potential school site at Communication Hill with Rob Bettencourt (MTA Properties). The public portion includes recognitions, oral communications, and consent items, including contracts for summer school STEAM programming and maintenance services.
- Closed session: Conference with Real Property Negotiator for property at Communication Hill, with Superintendent Cruz as negotiator, for potential school site use
- Consent item: Ratification of 2023-2024 contract with Sound and Signal for districtwide master clock, fire alarm, and intercom systems, not to exceed $30,000
- Consent item: 2024 Summer School contract with Marshmallow Minds STEAM program at Hellyer, McKinley, and Meadows Schools, costing $19,500 from ELOP funds
- Consent item: Approval to replace Logi headsets with Hyve headsets at no additional cost
- Recognition: Top 5 spellers from the district spelling bee, including Steve Yi (Hellyer Elementary) and Ramona Alexander Garcia (Dahl Elementary)
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2016- 2025
The Franklin-McKinley School District Board will hold a regular meeting with a closed session for personnel, negotiations, and real property discussions, followed by public recognitions and informational updates on the Expanded Learning Opportunity Program and the LCAP mid-year progress. Consent items include approval of the January 2024 warrant report and ratification of an IT purchase for food service point-of-service terminals.
- Closed session: appointment of Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources, employee discipline, personnel addendum, negotiations, real property at Communication Hill, and mid-year evaluation of Superintendent
- 2023-24 Expanded Learning Opportunity Program (ELOP) mid-year update (presentation, 36 pages)
- 2023-24 Mid-Year LCAP Annual Update (information only)
- Ratification of IT Management PO 400967 for $15,276.98 (Lenovo Think Centre M70q Gen4) for food service POS terminals
- Monthly Warrant Report for January 2024 (approval)
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2016- 2025
The Franklin-McKinley School District Board will discuss school consolidation due to declining enrollment and reduced funding, with a presentation from Dannis, Woliver and Kelley outlining the closure process. The board will also receive updates on school safety plans and child nutrition, and consider several consent items including contracts for transportation software, sexual health curriculum, and electrical services.
- School consolidation presentation by Dannis, Woliver and Kelley (DWK) with possible action
- Contract with TransACT Communications for transportation programs, $24,240 first year
- Purchase of Positive Prevention Plus sexual health curriculum, $22,438.57
- Contract with El Camino Electric Inc. for electrical services, not to exceed $15,000
- Closed session items include real property negotiations for Communication Hill and 1399 Santee Dr.
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2016- 2025
The Franklin-McKinley School District Board will meet in person to discuss the 2023 California School Dashboard results, which inform the LCAP, and to consider several consent items, including contracts with Catholic Charities and other partners. The agenda also includes closed session items on personnel, negotiations, and real property negotiations for a potential school site at Communication Hill.
- 2023 California School Dashboard presentation on chronic absenteeism, suspension rates, ELA, math, and English learner progress
- Contract with Catholic Charities of Santa Clara County for $425,000
- MOU with 100 Black Men of Silicon Valley for Sylvandale Middle School robotics program
- MOU with Special Olympics Northern California (grant $1,500)
- Closed session: real property negotiation for Communication Hill with MTA Properties
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2016- 2025
The Franklin-McKinley School District Board of Education will hold a regular meeting on January 9, 2024, at 7:00 PM. The agenda includes closed-session discussions on personnel, negotiations, and a real property negotiation for a potential school site at Communication Hill. The board will also consider consent items, including contracts for data services, parent education, and a teacher residency grant, as well as construction contracts for turf installation and a geotechnical report.
- Ratify MOU with Santa Clara County Office of Education for DataZone access, $24,829 (Title I)
- Approve contract with Parents For Quality Education (PIQE) for parent engagement program, $101,500 (50% Hispanic Foundation, 50% FMSD grants)
- Approve MOU with East Side Union High School District for teacher residency grant, $50,000
- Approve turf installation at Stonegate Elementary, $45,794.56 (Measure R bond)
- Closed session: real property negotiation for Communication Hill property with MTA Properties