1Call to Order1min
1.1Roll CallProcedural
1.2Public Comment on Closed Session Items OnlyInformation
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Quick Summary / AbstractThe Board will limit comments to Closed Session items and will only be accepted in person.
RationaleSpeaker cards are available at the entrance and can be submitted to the secretary before the meeting begins. Alternatively, you may raise your hand prior to the start of the meeting to indicate your desire to speak.
Financial ImpactNone.
3Announcement of Closed Session Purpose1min
4Closed Session - 6:40 PM15min
4.1PUBLIC EMPLOYEE DISCIPLINE/DISMISSAL/RELEASE (Gov. Code section 54957)
5Reconvene to Open Session at approximately 7:00 PM1min
5.1Roll CallProcedural
5.2Report Out on Closed Session from November 4, 2026Procedural
6Welcome1min
6.1Notification of Meeting RecordingProcedural
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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.
6.2Pledge of AllegianceProcedural
7Changes to the Agenda1min
8Approval of the Agenda (Action Required)1min
9Public Comment
9.1Labor Association CommentsInformation
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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.
10Bond Program Action Items35min
10.1Approval of QKA Architectural Services for the Facilities Master Plan UpdateAction
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Quick Summary / AbstractApproval of an agreement with Quattrocchi Kwok Architects (QKA) to update the District's Facilities Master Plan (FMP). The update will provide a comprehensive assessment of existing school facilities, enrollment trends, campus capacity, educational program needs, and future capital improvement priorities. The updated plan will also address Proposition 2 requirements for participation in the State School Facility Program and support informed decisions regarding future Measure S investments.
RecommendationApprove the agreement with Quattrocchi Kwok Architects (QKA) for Facilities Master Plan consulting services at a fixed fee of $208,809, plus a reimbursable expense allowance not to exceed $10,000, for a total authorization not to exceed $218,809. Authorize the Superintendent or designee to execute the agreement following reconciliation of the agreement and exhibits with the revised scope and compensation.
RationaleThe District's Facilities Master Plan (FMP) serves as a long-term framework for evaluating facility needs and prioritizing capital improvements across its schools. Since the previous plan was developed, enrollment patterns, educational programs, construction costs, and District priorities have continued to evolve. Updating the FMP provides an opportunity to reassess earlier assumptions, evaluate progress on identified projects, and ensure that future investments reflect current conditions and anticipated needs. Significant increases in construction and modernization costs have also affected the purchasing power of available bond resources. Updated project estimates, facility assessments, and prioritization criteria will help the District evaluate the feasibility of future improvements and make informed decisions about the allocation of remaining Measure S funds. The planning process will examine district-wide Transitional Kindergarten and middle school planning, changing enrollment patterns, school capacity, educational program needs, and opportunities to maximize the effective use of existing facilities. A Small School Study will also be incorporated to inform future discussions regarding campus utilization, operational efficiency, and the alignment of facilities with the District's long-term educational and financial priorities. An important component of the FMP update is renewed community engagement. Through school staff participation, three regional community meetings, and a community survey, the District will provide opportunities for families, employees, and community members to share their perspectives on facility conditions, educational needs, and future priorities. This process will help ensure the updated plan reflects both the District's operational needs and the priorities of the communities it serves. Additionally, Proposition 2, approved by California voters in November 2024, established facilities master planning requirements for school districts seeking participation in the State School Facility Program. The updated FMP will address these requirements and support the District's ability to pursue eligible state funding opportunities. The planning process will be coordinated with the Measure S Bond Team and is anticipated to occur from November 2026 through April 2027, with the updated Facilities Master Plan presented to the Board of Trustees for consideration and approval in May 2027.
Financial ImpactThe total proposed authorization is $218,809, funded by the Building Fund (Fund 21) - Measure S Bond Proceeds. This includes a fixed consulting fee of $208,809 and reimbursable expenses not to exceed $10,000. Approval of this agreement authorizes the Facilities Master Plan update only. Any future capital improvement projects, including associated design and construction expenditures, will be subject to separate Board approval.
11School/Community Reports1.1666666666666667hr
11.12026–2027 California School Dashboard UpdateInformation
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Quick Summary / AbstractThe California School Dashboard provides an overview of district and school performance in academic achievement, English Learner progress, chronic absenteeism, and suspension rates. The 2026 Dashboard includes updates to academic performance reporting and additional student growth information. These results will support Redwood City School District in identifying areas of progress, addressing achievement gaps, and guiding continuous improvement efforts aligned with district LCAP goals. (15-min report; 20-min Board discussion)
RecommendationIt is recommended that the Board of Trustees receive the 2026-2027 California School Dashboard update for informational purposes. No Board action is required.
RationaleThe 2026 California School Dashboard results provide an overview of Redwood City School District's progress in student academic achievement, English Learner development, chronic absenteeism, and suspension rates. English Language Arts: Improved by 3.5 points, bringing students to an average of 2.2 points below proficiency. Mathematics: Improved by 8.0 points, bringing students to an average of 23.9 points below proficiency. Science: Increased by 2.2 points, reaching 54.6 science points. English Learner Progress: 47.8% of English Learners demonstrated progress toward English language proficiency, maintaining performance from the previous year. Chronic Absenteeism: Decreased from 17.5% to 13.9%, reflecting a 3.6 percentage-point improvement. Suspension Rate: Increased from 1.1% to 1.6%, signaling a key focus area for behavioral support and restorative practices. While the district has made progress, the results also identify areas requiring continued attention. English Learner progress on English Language Proficiency Assessment for California (ELPAC) remained relatively stable at 47.8%, and suspension rates increased from 1.1% to 1.6%. Achievement gaps also persist among student groups, particularly English Learners, Long-Term English Learners, and students with disabilities. The California School Dashboard data serves as an important accountability tool to evaluate district progress, celebrate areas of growth, and identify opportunities for improvement. These results will guide the district's continued focus on strengthening Tier 1 instruction, Professional Learning Communities (PLCs), targeted academic interventions, English Language Development, and Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS). The data will also inform the development of the district's next three-year Local Control and Accountability Plan (LCAP), ensuring that resources and instructional priorities are aligned with student needs to improve outcomes for all students.
Financial ImpactThere is no direct fiscal impact associated with presenting this informational update. Any future resource allocations or programmatic adjustments will be considered through the district's LCAP development and annual budget processes.
11.22025–26 to 2030–31 Strategic Communications and Community Engagement Plan: 2026 UpdateInformation
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Quick Summary / AbstractRedwood City School District (RCSD) staff presents an update to the district's Strategic Communications and Community Engagement Plan for 2025-26 through 2030-31 to the Board of Trustees. The plan carries out two themes from staff conversations with the Board of Trustees in summer 2024: proactively engaging the community, and telling the story of RCSD's strategic work, including the LCAP and its goals, Measure S, and the school district's finances and budget. It builds on earlier communications plans and on work RCSD began in 2024, and it sets four goals with measurable targets based on 2025 surveys of families and staff. This presentation also serves as the spring 2026 progress report to the Board, which was postponed to this fall. (15-min report; 20-min Board discussion)
RecommendationIt is recommended that the Board of Trustees receive the update on the Strategic Communications and Community Engagement Plan for 2025-26 through 2030-31 for informational purposes. No Board action is required.
RationaleThe 2025-26 to 2030-31 Redwood City School District (RCSD) Strategic Communications and Community Engagement Plan builds on RCSD's earlier communications plans, and on conversations with the Board of Trustees. In summer 2024, district staff met with Trustees, and two themes came up across those conversations: proactively engage the community, and tell the story of the district's strategic work, the LCAP and its goals, Measure S, and the district's finances and budget. This plan is the district's answer to those themes. In 2025, the district surveyed staff, all families, and Spanish-speaking families to measure the starting point. More than 800 participants took part. Their feedback confirmed those themes and showed what the community needs: clear information, consistent updates, bilingual access, cultural responsiveness, and transparent communication about the district's strategic work. This plan establishes a unified, districtwide approach to communication, as called for by Board Policy 1100, and one that aligns with the RCSD mission, vision, and values. It creates predictable rhythms, consistent standards, and accessible systems for every family and staff member to stay informed, connected, and engaged. The plan follows the Research, Planning, Implementation, and Evaluation (RPIE) framework and works within RCSD's broader communications infrastructure under Board Policies 1112, 1113, 1114, and 1325. It sets four goals for three audiences: all families, monolingual Spanish-speaking families, and all staff. Each objective's baseline comes from 2025 surveys of 344 Spanish-speaking families (May), 471 families across all 12 schools (November), and 175 staff (November). How the targets were set. Each objective starts from its fall 2025 survey result. The 2030 target is where RCSD aims to be at the end of the plan, and the 2028 target is a step along the way. RCSD set conservative improvements it can reach and measure, generally 10 to 20 points by 2030. Goal 1: Families and staff can easily find, understand, and act on district information. Objective 1.1 Satisfaction: Increase family satisfaction with communication from the school district from 54% to 65% by 2028 and 70% by 2030. Objective 1.2 Understanding: Increase the percentage of families who know "some"or "a lot" about the LCAP, Measure S, and the budget from 29%, 38%, and 38% to 39%, 48%, and 48% by 2028 and 44%, 53%, and 53% by 2030. Objective 1.3 Usefulness of the district website: Increase the percentage of families who rate the district website as valuable or very valuable from 46% to 55% by 2028 and 60% by 2030. Objective 1.4 Fewer barriers: Reduce the percentage of families who report a barrier to accessing or understanding district communication from 21% to 15% by 2028 and 10% by 2030. Rationale: This goal carries out the 2024 theme of telling the story of RCSD's strategic work. Families are far more satisfied with communication from their child's school (84%) than with communication from the school district (54%), and fewer than four in ten know "some" or "a lot" about the LCAP, Measure S, or the budget. The biggest barrier was too much communication in too many places. More than half of English-speaking families who reported a barrier (23 of 43) cited too many channels and hard-to-find information, and families asked for one place to find what they need. How? 4 strategies and 25 tactics. RCSD will send shorter and clearer messages, explain the LCAP, Measure S, and the budget in plain language, make the website the source of truth, and apply plain-language standards in English and Spanish. Key tactics include the Update Series, which tells one story at a time, and integrating all RCSD family apps into a single app starting in fall 2027. Goal 2: Spanish-speaking families fully understand district information and participate in district decisions at the same level as English-speaking families. Objective 2.1 Participation: Increase Spanish-speaking families' share of participation in district engagement, measured by the share of survey participants responding in Spanish, from 24% to 32% by 2028 and 41% by 2030. Objective 2.2 Understanding: Reduce the percentage of Spanish-speaking families who report difficulty understanding education information from 13% to 8% by 2028 and under 5% by 2030. Objective 2.3 Voice: Increase the percentage of Spanish-speaking families who agree that "My input is heard and considered in district decisions" by 5 points by 2030, from a fall 2027 baseline. Objective 2.4 Access: Increase the percentage of Spanish-speaking families who agree that "District meetings are offered at a time and place I can attend" by 5 points by 2030, from a fall 2027 baseline. Rationale: This goal carries out the 2024 theme of proactively engaging the community, starting with the families who face the most barriers to participating. The parents of about 2,600 of RCSD's 6,400 students (about 41%) prefer to receive information in Spanish, yet only 24% of fall 2025 survey participants responded in Spanish. In May 2025, Spanish-speaking families most often asked for meeting times that fit their schedules, such as right after drop-off at their child's school, and to be heard and see their input used. How? 4 strategies and 23 tactics. RCSD will invite Spanish-speaking families early and offer more than one way to take part, write in Spanish first and explain how education works, show families how their input is used, and hold meetings at times and places that work for them. Key tactics include Spanish-language sessions at 8:30 a.m. at Bayside school sites, the Conectados newsletter, and a plain-Spanish glossary of education terms. Goal 3: Staff know what is happening across the district, why decisions are made, and where to find what they need. Objective 3.1 Satisfaction: Increase staff satisfaction with communication about RCSD as an organization from 71% to 80% by 2028 and 85% by 2030. Objective 3.2 Transparency: Increase the percentage of staff who rate district transparency in decision-making as good or excellent from 36% to 45% by 2028 and 55% by 2030. Objective 3.3 Board decisions: Reduce the percentage of staff who rely on word of mouth for Board decisions from 37% to 25% by 2028 and 15% by 2030. Objective 3.4 Fewer barriers: Reduce the percentage of staff who report a barrier to accessing or understanding district communication from 30% to 20% by 2028 and 15% by 2030. Rationale: Telling the story of RCSD's strategic work starts inside the school district, because staff are its most direct connection to families. Staff are more satisfied with information from their school or department (80%) than with communication about RCSD as an organization (71%), and only 36% rate RCSD's transparency in decision-making as good or excellent. Board decisions were the second most-requested type of information, yet 37% of staff learn about them by word of mouth. Staff comments describe scattered emails, no single place to find information, and a wish for more explanation of decisions. How? 4 strategies and 15 tactics. RCSD will send fewer staff updates on a predictable schedule, explain the reasons behind major decisions, and bring staff information together in one place. Key tactics include TeamRCSD Connect on a fixed biweekly day, Governance in Action shared with all staff as soon as the Board decides, and the TeamRCSD Hub on the RCSD website. Goal 4: Families and community members understand district decisions, know how to participate in governance, and see how community input is used. Objective 4.1 Transparency: Increase the percentage of families who rate district transparency in decision-making as good or excellent from 44% to 54% by 2028 and 60% by 2030. Objective 4.2 Awareness of decisions: Reduce the percentage of families who rely on word of mouth for Board decisions from 24% to 20% by 2028 and 15% by 2030. Objective 4.3 Closing the loop: Increase the percentage of families who agree that "I can see how community input affects district decisions" by 5 points by 2030, from a fall 2027 baseline. Rationale: This goal carries out both 2024 themes: it tells the story of major governance decisions as they happen, and it engages the community by showing how its input is used. 62% percent of families want information about Board action items, but only 28% watch Board meetings even occasionally, and 24% hear about decisions by word of mouth. Families asked for short summaries of major decisions, clearer explanations of why decisions were made, and evidence that community input is used. How? 3 strategies and 10 tactics. RCSD will explain major decisions plainly, bring Board decisions directly to families, make it easy to take part in Board meetings, and show how community input is used. Key tactics include Governance in Action as soon as the Board decides, a Board participation page linked from the homepage, and community input built into major district work. RCSD will survey families and staff every two years in the fall (2027 and 2029) and report results and a progress report to the Board the following spring (2028 and 2030). The next plan cycle will begin, as this one did, with conversations with the Board of Trustees. The plan sets 4 goals, 15 objectives, 15 strategies, and 73 tactics for three audiences: all families, monolingual Spanish-speaking families, and all staff. Many of the tactics are already underway. Together, they answer the two themes Trustees raised in 2024: proactively engaging the community and telling the story of RCSD's strategic work.
Financial ImpactThis update has no financial impact.
12Discussion Items
13Approval of Consent Items (Action Required)1min
13.1Approval of Henry Ford School's Field Trip to Outdoor Ed: April 5-9, 2027Action (Consent)
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Quick Summary / AbstractOutdoor Education is a way of connecting classroom learning to real-world experiences, deepening understanding and engagement.
RecommendationIt is the Administration's recommendation that the School Board approve the proposed field trip to Outdoor Ed from Monday, April 05, 2027 - Friday, April 09, 2027, for fifth-grade students from Henry Ford School.
RationaleThis field trip provides a valuable educational experience that aligns with the curriculum in redwood ecology, plants, coastal marshes, food chains and animal adaptations and supports student development in science and ecology inquiry and social adaptations. Students will have the opportunity to experience living outdoors and integrating themselves into a natural environment.
Financial ImpactThis activity will be funded by: Site funds PTA/PTO contributions Parent donations Grant funding (e.g., Title I, Title IV, etc.) Scholarships available for students in need
13.2Approval of North Star Academy's Field Trip to Poplar Beach, Half Moon Bay, on November 6, 2026Action (Consent)
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Quick Summary / AbstractFourth and fifth grade students in North Star Academy's Green Club class will participate in a beach clean-up with the Sea Hugger Organization at Poplar Beach in Half Moon Bay.
RecommendationIt is the Administration's recommendation that the School Board approve the proposed field trip to Poplar Beach in Halfmoon Bay on November 6, 2026, for 4th and 5th grade students from North Star Academy.
RationaleParticipating in the beach cleanup at Poplar Beach directly supports the learning objectives of the Green Club class by giving scholars a real-world application of environmental awareness and hands-on sustainability. Designed to build scholar leadership and community impact, this experiential learning trip allows students to step beyond the classroom to directly protect local coastal ecosystems, analyze marine debris data, and practice active environmental stewardship. By taking leadership in cleaning Half Moon Bay's coastline, scholars will strengthen their civic responsibility and bring practical insights back to our school community to help North Star grow greener and stronger. All preparations, risk assessments, and permission steps for the trip are complete and in order.
Financial ImpactThis activity will be funded by: PTA/PTO contributions
13.3Approval of Memorandum of Agreement with Baylor University to Provide Clinical Practice and Field Instruction for Speech-Language Pathology Graduate StudentsAction (Consent)
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Quick Summary / AbstractRedwood City School District is partnering with Baylor University to host graduate students from its Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders for supervised clinical practice experiences in District schools. This partnership supports the professional training of prospective Speech-Language Pathologists (SLPs) while serving as a strategic recruitment pipeline for specialized District staff.
RecommendationIt is the Administration's recommendation that the Board of Trustees approve the attached Memorandum of Agreement with Baylor University to provide field instruction and clinical training opportunities for Speech-Language Pathology graduate students.
RationaleThis Memorandum of Agreement establishes the terms and mutual responsibilities between Redwood City School District and Baylor University for placing graduate students in practical learning experiences under the direct guidance of credentialed District Speech-Language Pathologists. Key terms of the agreement include: Academic & Clinical Goals: Baylor University provides foundational academic coursework and faculty oversight, while RCSD offers practical K-8 clinical contact hours necessary for graduate student degree completion and credentialing. Student Compliance & Safety: Participating students must meet all District health and screening standards (including criminal background checks and TB clearances) prior to placement on any District campus. Workforce Development: Hosting clinical practicum students strengthens the District's recruitment pipeline in Speech-Language Pathology, a historically high-demand special education service area.
Financial ImpactNo financial impact. Baylor University students earn academic credit for their field experience; no fees, compensation, or District funds are exchanged under this agreement.
13.4Approval of the First Amendment to the Agreement with 360 Degree Customer, Inc. for Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) Services for the 2026–2027 School YearAction (Consent)
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Quick Summary / AbstractThe District is amending its agreement with 360 Degree Customer, Inc., originally executed on September 16, 2026, to extend contracted nursing services to cover a vacant Special Education Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) position through the remainder of the 2026-2027 school year. Contracted services ensure uninterrupted compliance with student specialized health needs, including one-to-one medical support, bus supervision, and classroom supervision.
RecommendationIt is the Administration's recommendation that the School Board approve the First Amendment to the Agreement between Redwood City School District and 360 Degree Customer, Inc. to extend services for a vacant Special Education Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) position for the 2026-2027 school year in an amount not to exceed $90,697.50, for a total contract amount not to exceed $133,501.50.
RationaleOn September 16, 2026, the District entered into an agreement with 360 Degree Customer, Inc. for interim LVN coverage in the amount of $42,804.00. While the District continues recruitment efforts to fill the vacant permanent classified LVN position, ongoing specialized health support is legally required to meet individual student IEP needs during the school day and during transit. This First Amendment extends services from the initial term through the end of the 2026-2027 school year (June 4, 2027). The amendment increases the contract obligation by $90,697.50, establishing a revised maximum contract amount of $133,501.50. Services are billed on an hourly basis for actual time served, and the agreement preserves the District's standard right to terminate upon written notice if the permanent position is filled.
Financial ImpactThe First Amendment adds $90,697.50 to the original contract amount of $42,804.00, resulting in a revised total contract maximum of $133,501.50. Expenditures are billed hourly based on actual services rendered. Funding is provided by the Special Education Restricted General Fund budget.
14Action Items (Action Required)
15Board and Superintendent Reports10min
16Correspondence1min
17Other Business/Suggested Items for Future Agenda1min
18Board of Trustees Meeting Reflection5min
19Board of Trustees Meeting Calendar1min
20Adjournment (Action Required)