Regular — September 9, 2026 — RCSD Board Meeting

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Quick Summary / AbstractThe Board will notify the audience that the Board meeting will be audio-taped, broadcast, and recorded for the District's Recording Channel.

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Quick Summary / AbstractRCTA and CSEA labor association leaders/representatives are invited to speak to the School Board on agenda and non-agenda items. Comments are limited to 3 minutes per person per topic unless otherwise noted.

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RecommendationIt is the Administration's recommendation that the School Board approve the July 16 Minutes for the Governing Board Workshop and July 22 Minutes for the Board of Trustees Special Meeting, as submitted.

RationaleThe board meeting minutes have been reviewed by the Clerk, Superintendent, and the Administration.

Financial ImpactNo financial impact.

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RecommendationIt is the Administration's recommendation that the School Board approve the August 10 and August 26 Minutes for the Regular Meetings, as submitted.

RationaleThe board meeting minutes have been reviewed by the Clerk, Superintendent, and the Administration.

Financial ImpactNo financial impact.

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Quick Summary / AbstractField trips enhance academics by connecting classroom learning to real-world experiences, deepening understanding and engagement. This Science-enriched overnight field trip focuses on stewardship and team building while learning Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) topics.

RecommendationIt is the Administration's recommendation that the School Board approve the proposed field trip to YMCA CAMP Jones Gulch (San Mateo County Outdoor Education) on October 5, 2026 - October 9, 2026, for 5th-grade students from Roy Cloud School.

RationaleThis field trip provides a valuable educational experience that aligns with the science curriculum and supports students' development in scientific inquiry and civic engagement. Students will have the opportunity to engage in science observation of the natural world and find their place in philanthropy.

Financial ImpactThis activity will be funded by: Site funds PTA/PTO contributions Parent donations Scholarships available for students in need

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Quick Summary / AbstractStaff recommends approval of a first amendment for professional development services from Curriculum Associates to strengthen staff implementation and use of the i-Ready platform. Professional learning will support new staff in understanding the platform and provide deeper training for teachers on using i-Ready data to identify student needs, group students for targeted instruction, and monitor student progress. This amendment adds 12 professional learning sessions in the amount of $28,800, increasing the total contract value from $163,182 to $191,982 for the 2026-27 fiscal year.

RecommendationIt is recommended that the Board of Trustees approves the First Amendment to the agreement with Curriculum Associates for i-Ready professional development services for an amount not to exceed $28,800, bringing the total contract amount to $191,982.

RationaleRedwood City School District utilizes i-Ready as a district-wide assessment and instructional resource to support the monitoring of student achievement and growth in reading and mathematics. i-Ready data provides teachers and administrators with information regarding students' current levels of performance, areas of strength, and specific skills requiring additional support. As new teachers and staff join the District, ongoing professional development is necessary to ensure they understand how to effectively navigate and utilize the i-Ready platform. In addition, continued professional learning will support all staff in moving beyond administering assessments to using the resulting data to inform daily instruction. Because i-Ready is a proprietary platform, professional development modules are provided directly by Curriculum Associates. Professional Development Services Curriculum Associates will provide 12 professional development sessions designed to strengthen teachers' ability to use i-Ready as part of the District's instructional and Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) practices. Professional development will include: i-Ready Platform Training for New Staff: Building foundational knowledge of the i-Ready platform, including accessing reports, reviewing diagnostic results, understanding student performance data, and utilizing available instructional resources. Data Analysis: Supporting teachers in interpreting i-Ready Diagnostic results to identify student strengths, skill gaps, and priority areas for instruction. Instructional Grouping: Providing a deeper dive into using i-Ready data to create flexible student groups based on specific instructional needs rather than solely on overall performance levels. Targeted Instruction: Helping teachers connect assessment data to instructional strategies and resources that address identified student needs while maintaining access to grade-level instruction. Progress Monitoring: Strengthening teachers' understanding of how to monitor student growth and determine whether instructional supports and interventions are resulting in improved student outcomes. PLC Data Use: Supporting teachers in using i-Ready data during Professional Learning Communities to identify trends, discuss student progress, plan instructional responses, and adjust supports when students are not demonstrating expected growth. Alignment with District Goals These professional development services support the District's continued focus on strengthening Tier 1 instruction, providing timely Tier 2 and Tier 3 support, and ensuring that assessment data is used to make informed instructional decisions. The training also supports the District's LCAP academic goals by building staff capacity to analyze student achievement and growth data and respond to the individual needs of students. Strengthening teachers' ability to use i-Ready data for instructional grouping and progress monitoring will support a more consistent district-wide approach to data-informed instruction.

Financial ImpactAn additional $28,800 (12 sessions at $2,400 per session), bringing the total contract value for FY 2026-27 to $191,982. Paid from the Student Support Professional Development Block Grant.

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Quick Summary / AbstractApproval is being sought for the First Amendment to the One Life Counseling contract to expand school-based counseling services at McKinley Institute of Technology (MIT) by an additional 10 hours per week for the 2026-2027 school year.

RecommendationIt is the Administration's recommendation that the School Board approve the First Amendment to the One Life Counseling contract for school-based counseling for the 2026-2027 school year in an amount not to exceed $901,250.

RationaleRedwood City School District's Local Control Accountability Plan (LCAP), the Sequoia Healthcare District, and school sites dedicate resources to meet the increased mental health needs of students across the district. One Life Counseling partners with RCSD to place mental health therapists in schools to provide individual and group counseling support. Therapists empower students to develop and utilize a dynamic toolbox of coping skills throughout the school day. Currently, One Life Counseling provides 60 hours of counseling per week at MIT. MIT was recently awarded a grant from the Redwood City Education Foundation (RCEF) to add 10 weekly hours of counseling services, bringing the total weekly counseling allocation at MIT to 70 hours.

Financial ImpactThe fiscal impact of this First Amendment is an increase of $24,500, bringing the total contract maximum from $876,750 to $901,250 for the 2026-2027 school year. The additional $24,500 expense will be fully funded by the MIT Redwood City Education Foundation (RCEF) grant/donation budget and requires no contribution from the Unrestricted General Fund.

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Quick Summary / AbstractThe San Joaquin County Office of Education (SJCOE) will provide Medi-Cal Local Education Agency (LEA) Billing Option Program and CYBHI Multi-Payer Fee Schedule support services to assist the district with claiming federal reimbursement for eligible health-related services provided to students. SJCOE will train staff, manage claim preparation and submission, provide technical and audit support, and ensure compliance with current state and federal Medi-Cal requirements. This 36-month interagency agreement covers the period from July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2029.

RecommendationIt is recommended that the School Board ratify and approve the 36-month interagency agreement between Redwood City School District and the San Joaquin County Office of Education (SJCOE) for Medi-Cal LEA Billing Option Program services, effective July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2029.

RationaleThe agreement with SJCOE will provide the District with specialized support for the administration of its Medi-Cal LEA Billing Option Program. SJCOE will provide training, technical assistance, claims processing, monthly reporting, and support with audit-related matters to assist the District with accurate and timely claims submission and compliance with applicable program requirements. Specifically, SJCOE will: Provide training and forms required by District staff for the preparation and submission of claims for interim reimbursement. Maintain current knowledge of applicable billing procedures, rules, and laws related to the Medi-Cal LEA Billing Option Program, CYBHI Multi-Payer Fee Schedule, School-Based Medi-Cal Administrative Activities, and Random Moment Time Study Process. Establish and maintain procedures for the timely preparation and submission of claims to the Department of Health Care Services (DHCS) Fiscal Intermediary/Third-Party Administrator. Provide monthly management reports and submit monthly claims to DHCS for payment. Provide technical assistance and program support, including virtual or onsite training as needed. Serve as a liaison between the District and DHCS during audits and assist with documentation and audit responses. Services under this interagency agreement commenced on July 1, 2026, to ensure uninterrupted Medi-Cal billing support for District health services. The agreement is presented at this time for Board ratification following the finalization of required interagancy data and privacy exhibits.

Financial ImpactOne-Time Setup Fee : Estimated at $2,000 to $2,050 (calculated at $0.30 per P-2 ADA, subject to a $2,000 minimum). Ongoing Administrative Fee : Billed hourly ($84/hr for LEA Coordinator time; $51/hr for LEA Project Liaison time) in compliance with federal non-contingency rules (42 CFR § 447.10), historically averaging ~12% of total recovered Medi-Cal revenue. Operational Fee Provisions : Virtual training is included at no cost; optional on-site training is $1,200/day. Late data submissions by the District incur a $750/day delay penalty; early termination prior to initial claim submission carries a $2,500 fee. Funding Source : Fees are fully funded through generated Medi-Cal claim reimbursements.

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RecommendationIt is the Administration's recommendation that the Board approve Board Policy 4112.42: Drug And Alcohol Testing For School Bus Drivers.

RationaleThe Policy Committee and District Staff met to review this Board Policy at a previous Policy Committee meeting. The Board of Trustees has requested that a marked version and a clean copy be attached to each board memo. The marked copy contains the edits reviewed by the Policy Committee. The red edits in the marked copy indicate changes from the CSBA. The highlighted texts indicated in the board policy are suggestions made by RCSD staff and the Policy Committee. The clean version contains no markups.