Newport-Mesa Unified School District's Response to the 2023-24 Orange County Grand

NE WPORT -MESA Unified School District

August 22, 2011 • 7 pages • 4 responses • Score: +3 (+3, 0, 0) View Details ▾

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4 responses to findings and recommendations

F1

Orange County's K-12 public schools have implemented policies and/or guidelines around the use of different AI platforms in varying and inconsistent ways. Some prohibit AI's use; others allow it: and some don't have policies or guidelines governing AI at all. The District agrees with the finding.

Response: Agree Score: +1

With respect to reported constraints on emergency planning and preparation, over half of schools and almost three quarters of districts identified either limited time or funds. The Newport-Mesa Unified School District agrees with this finding. If school districts had more personnel and resources available, districts would be better positioned to move forward with emergency management planning. At present, limited state funds are available and a federal grant program to support emergency management planning will end in Fiscal Year 2012. Finding 2: Six (of 17) school districts have managed to ...

F2

Superintendents provide varying levels of support in implementing AI policies and/or guidelines in their respective school districts. The District agrees with this finding. The Honorable Maria D. Hernandez Presiding Judge, Orange County Superior Court Date

Response: Agree Score: +1

Six (of 17) school districts have managed to apply for and receive relatively large grants from governmental agencies to greatly enhance their emergency planning efforts, while others have not. The Newport-Mesa Unified School District agrees that school districts should seek grant funding. The existing federal grant program will be phasing out in 2012 and other grant programs will need to be identified. In FY 200712008, our school district used portions of the U.S. Department of Education Safe Schools Healthy Students Grant to provide at least 16 hours of SEMSNIMS and hands-on emergency traini...

F3

There are many resources to guide educators in using AI. Several are available at the local level through the Orange County Department of Education, Orange County Board of Education, CEO Leadership Alliance Orange County, and Orange Unified School District Technology Department, to name a few. However, utilization and even awareness of the availability of such resources is highly variable across school districts. The District agrees with this finding.

Response: Agree Score: +1

Some schools anticipate responding to only a few emergency situations (e.g., earthquake and fire), while others have developed plans to respond to over a dozen different threatening situations. The Newport-Mesa Unified School District agrees with this finding. Our school district has developed information for the following emergency situations: Aircraft Crash Animal Disturbance Armed Assault on Campus Biological or Chemical Release Bomb Threat Bus Disaster Disorderly Conduct Earthquake ExplosiodRisk of Explosion Fire in Surrounding Area Fire on School Grounds Flooding Loss or Failure of Utili...

R5

Schools and educators should be encouraged to collaborate with the various available AI consortiums and think tanks, such as OCDE and CLAOC, to effectively implement AI and establish basic tenets for its use. The recommendation has been implemented as follows: NMUSD encourages schools and educators to collaborate with AI consortiums and think tanks like OCDE to explore innovative AI applications. To ensure alignment with district standards and safety protocols, NMUSD has established a curated li...

Response: Unknown

Score: 0

). Recommendation 1: Those districts which have yet to identify disaster grant opportunities, especially from governmental agencies, investigate the availability of potential resources. Forming interdistrict collaboratives, learning from districts in the county that have been successful, pooling resources, and asking for consultation from the Orange County Superintendent of Schools/OCDE may help in these efforts. The Newport-Mesa Unified School District has received grants for emergency preparedness. Our school district will continue to explore similar grant opportunities as they become avai...

NE WPORT -MESA Unified School District

August 26, 2008 • 2 pages View Details ▾

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NEWPORT-MESA Unified School District

August 01, 2016 • 12 pages • 8 responses • Score: -7 (+0, 1, -7) View Details ▾

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8 responses to findings and recommendations

F1

Orange County's K-12 public schools have implemented policies and/or guidelines around the use of different AI platforms in varying and inconsistent ways. Some prohibit AI's use; others allow it: and some don't have policies or guidelines governing AI at all. The District agrees with the finding.

Response: Disagree Score: -1

All but one of Orange County's twenty-eight school districts have (encapsulated) asbestos present at one or more its schools. The Newport-Mesa Unified School District disagrees wholly with this finding. Each school district keeps records on its own facilities and whether its facilities have encapsulated asbestos. We have no knowledge of the status of facilities in other school districts and, therefore, cannot verify the accuracy of the Grand Jury's findings.

R1

By June 30, 2025, Orange County's K-12 schools should implement policies and guidelines regarding the appropriate use of AI. These may be provided at the district level or within individual schools through the adoption of an Acceptable Use Policy, Code of Ethics, or other written directives addressing the use of AI. The District has not yet fully implemented this recommendation but will implement this recommendation by September 1, 2025, with the following action plan: Phase 1: AI Initiative Pro...

Response: Will Not Implement

Score: -1

. Each school district should request the Orange County Department of Education to devote, in the year following publication of this Grand Jury report, one or more of its monthly "all districts" meetings to discussion and advice on handling hazardous materials. Representatives from each school district should participate in these meetings, and discussions should cover, AHERA compliance, resources available for in-depth AHERA training, and contract management. (F1, F2, F3, F4, F5, F6, F7, F8) This recommendation will not be implemented because it is not warranted, is not reasonable, and is vag...

F2

Superintendents provide varying levels of support in implementing AI policies and/or guidelines in their respective school districts. The District agrees with this finding. The Honorable Maria D. Hernandez Presiding Judge, Orange County Superior Court Date

Response: Disagree Partially Score: 0

Although current EPA standards provide that encapsulated asbestos does not present an immediate hazard to people who come near it, any physical disturbance and/or weathering which damages that encapsulation and releases asbestos fibers into the air will present an immediate hazard to anyone exposed to those fibers. Hence, broad-based awareness of where encapsulated asbestos is located is essential to avoid disturbing it such that it does become a threat to students and staff. The Newport-Mesa Unified School District disagrees partially with this finding. Broadbased awareness of where encapsula...

R2

Superintendents should ensure that their schools have policies that cover, at a minimum: the scope, guiding principles, and training regarding the responsible use of AI tools by students and teachers; any prohibited uses of special considerations regarding AI tools; and related security, privacy, and safety considerations. The District has not yet fully implemented this recommendation but will implement this recommendation by November 2025, with the following action plan: A draft policy is waiti...

Response: Will Not Implement

Score: -1

. Each school district should within nine months of the publication of this Grand Jury report develop and document a communications plan for parents and other stakeholders and post the plan on its web site. The plan should identify what information will be provided and by what means this communication will be accomplished. The plan should address how issues relating to hazardous materials will be communicated, and in what languages, to ensure effective communication. (F10, F11, F12) This recommendation will not be implemented because it is not warranted and is not reasonable. The current prac...

F3

There are many resources to guide educators in using AI. Several are available at the local level through the Orange County Department of Education, Orange County Board of Education, CEO Leadership Alliance Orange County, and Orange Unified School District Technology Department, to name a few. However, utilization and even awareness of the availability of such resources is highly variable across school districts. The District agrees with this finding.

Response: Disagree Score: -1

Many school districts are not in full compliance with the AHERA regulatory requirement to have applicable AHERA reports available in the main offices of each school for public review. The Newport-Mesa Unified School District disagrees wholly with this finding. Our school district is in compliance with AHERA regulations. Our AHERA report is available for public review at our district office and at each of our schools in compliance with AHERA regulations, 40 C.F.R. section 763.80 et seq.

R3

K-12 students should be trained on the appropriate use of AI. The District has begun implementing this recommendation as follows: NMUSD is committed to equipping students with the knowledge and skills necessary to navigate the AI-driven world. Student-Centered AI Education: Open forums and discussions will be held to engage students in understanding AI's potential benefits and risks. Updated Student Handbooks: Clear guidelines on AI usage and academic honesty have been incorporated into all stud...

Response: Will Not Implement

Score: -1

. Each school district should within nine months of the publication of this Grand Jury report create and have a process in place to use and keep up-to-date their web site communications with parents and stakeholders of that district. (F9, F10, F10) This recommendation will not be implemented because it is not warranted, is not reasonable and is very vague as to what type of communications are being referred to. The current practice of making the AHERA report available to the public at the district office and each school site is compliant and meets federal law. The Grand Jury's recommendation ...

R4

K-12 teachers should be trained on the appropriate use of AI. The District has implemented this recommendation as follows: NMUSD recognizes the transformative potential of AI in education and is committed to equipping teachers with the necessary knowledge and skills to effectively integrate AI into their classrooms. To achieve this, the district is implementing a comprehensive AI training program that focuses on: • Generative AI Understanding: Teachers have and will continue to receive in-depth ...

Response: Will Not Implement

Score: -1

. Each school district should develop and maintain a computerized database listing all district buildings and structures and post that information in its web site. The database should contain the following for each building: date and types of construction, dates and costs of major repairs and modernization, numbers and sizes of classrooms, lists of other facilities including offices, lounges, gyms, cafeterias, laboratories, computers and other data processing equipment, and playground equipment. (F9, F10) This recommendation will not be implemented because it is not warranted and is not reas...

R5

Schools and educators should be encouraged to collaborate with the various available AI consortiums and think tanks, such as OCDE and CLAOC, to effectively implement AI and establish basic tenets for its use. The recommendation has been implemented as follows: NMUSD encourages schools and educators to collaborate with AI consortiums and think tanks like OCDE to explore innovative AI applications. To ensure alignment with district standards and safety protocols, NMUSD has established a curated li...

Response: Will Not Implement

Score: -1

. Each school district should within nine months of the publication of this Grand Jury report create a comprehensive baseline plan for school facilities construction including new construction, retirement of schools or buildings at schools, modernization, hazardous materials, abatement, and major repairs. Each effort should include estimated cost, planned funding source and status, and schedule for start and completion of work. This plan should be updated annually and posted on the district's web site. (F9, F10) This recommendation will not be implemented because it is not warranted and is no...

NEWPORT-MESA Unified School District

September 23, 2015 • 2 pages • 5 responses • Score: -5 (+0, 0, -5) View Details ▾

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5 responses to findings and recommendations

F1

Orange County's K-12 public schools have implemented policies and/or guidelines around the use of different AI platforms in varying and inconsistent ways. Some prohibit AI's use; others allow it: and some don't have policies or guidelines governing AI at all. The District agrees with the finding.

Response: Disagree Score: -1

The District disagrees wholly with this finding as it relates to the District. The District CFD was formed in 1990 and all improvement funds have been expended and authorized facilities have been constructed. The special tax is being levied annually to repay existing debt until the bonds mature in 2021. The actions of the District occur at open, publicly noticed Board meetings, which all community members are welcome to attend. F.2. There does not seem to be appropriate oversight and auditing of CFDs and special tax expenditures within the County of Orange. Response: The District disagrees who...

R1

By June 30, 2025, Orange County's K-12 schools should implement policies and guidelines regarding the appropriate use of AI. These may be provided at the district level or within individual schools through the adoption of an Acceptable Use Policy, Code of Ethics, or other written directives addressing the use of AI. The District has not yet fully implemented this recommendation but will implement this recommendation by September 1, 2025, with the following action plan: Phase 1: AI Initiative Pro...

Response: Will Not Implement

Score: -1

The District disagrees wholly with this finding as it relates to the District. The District CFD was formed in 1990 and all improvement funds have been expended and authorized facilities have been constructed. The special tax is being levied annually to repay existing debt until the bonds mature in 2021. The actions of the District occur at open, publicly noticed Board meetings, which all community members are welcome to attend. F.2. There does not seem to be appropriate oversight and auditing of CFDs and special tax expenditures within the County of Orange. Response: The District disagrees who...

F2

Superintendents provide varying levels of support in implementing AI policies and/or guidelines in their respective school districts. The District agrees with this finding. The Honorable Maria D. Hernandez Presiding Judge, Orange County Superior Court Date

Response: Disagree Score: -1

The District disagrees wholly with this finding as it relates to the District. The District CFD was formed in 1990 and all improvement funds have been expended and authorized facilities have been constructed. The special tax is being levied annually to repay existing debt until the bonds mature in 2021. The actions of the District occur at open, publicly noticed Board meetings, which all community members are welcome to attend. F.2. There does not seem to be appropriate oversight and auditing of CFDs and special tax expenditures within the County of Orange. Response: The District disagrees who...

R2

Superintendents should ensure that their schools have policies that cover, at a minimum: the scope, guiding principles, and training regarding the responsible use of AI tools by students and teachers; any prohibited uses of special considerations regarding AI tools; and related security, privacy, and safety considerations. The District has not yet fully implemented this recommendation but will implement this recommendation by November 2025, with the following action plan: A draft policy is waiti...

Response: Will Not Implement

Score: -1

The District disagrees wholly with this finding as it relates to the District. The District CFD was formed in 1990 and all improvement funds have been expended and authorized facilities have been constructed. The special tax is being levied annually to repay existing debt until the bonds mature in 2021. The actions of the District occur at open, publicly noticed Board meetings, which all community members are welcome to attend. F.2. There does not seem to be appropriate oversight and auditing of CFDs and special tax expenditures within the County of Orange. Response: The District disagrees who...

F3

There are many resources to guide educators in using AI. Several are available at the local level through the Orange County Department of Education, Orange County Board of Education, CEO Leadership Alliance Orange County, and Orange Unified School District Technology Department, to name a few. However, utilization and even awareness of the availability of such resources is highly variable across school districts. The District agrees with this finding.

Response: Disagree Score: -1

The District disagrees wholly with this finding as it relates to the District. The District CFD was formed in 1990 and all improvement funds have been expended and authorized facilities have been constructed. The special tax is being levied annually to repay existing debt until the bonds mature in 2021. The actions of the District occur at open, publicly noticed Board meetings, which all community members are welcome to attend. F.2. There does not seem to be appropriate oversight and auditing of CFDs and special tax expenditures within the County of Orange. Response: The District disagrees who...

NEWPORT-MESA Unified School District

September 23, 2015 • 6 pages • 5 responses • Score: +1 (+1, 1, 0) View Details ▾

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5 responses to findings and recommendations

F1

Orange County's K-12 public schools have implemented policies and/or guidelines around the use of different AI platforms in varying and inconsistent ways. Some prohibit AI's use; others allow it: and some don't have policies or guidelines governing AI at all. The District agrees with the finding.

Response: Agree Score: +1

The Authority agrees with the Finding 1.

R1

By June 30, 2025, Orange County's K-12 schools should implement policies and guidelines regarding the appropriate use of AI. These may be provided at the district level or within individual schools through the adoption of an Acceptable Use Policy, Code of Ethics, or other written directives addressing the use of AI. The District has not yet fully implemented this recommendation but will implement this recommendation by September 1, 2025, with the following action plan: Phase 1: AI Initiative Pro...

Response: Unknown

Score: 0

The Authority agrees with the

R3

K-12 students should be trained on the appropriate use of AI. The District has begun implementing this recommendation as follows: NMUSD is committed to equipping students with the knowledge and skills necessary to navigate the AI-driven world. Student-Centered AI Education: Open forums and discussions will be held to engage students in understanding AI's potential benefits and risks. Updated Student Handbooks: Clear guidelines on AI usage and academic honesty have been incorporated into all stud...

Response: Unknown

Score: 0

The Authority agrees with the

R4

K-12 teachers should be trained on the appropriate use of AI. The District has implemented this recommendation as follows: NMUSD recognizes the transformative potential of AI in education and is committed to equipping teachers with the necessary knowledge and skills to effectively integrate AI into their classrooms. To achieve this, the district is implementing a comprehensive AI training program that focuses on: • Generative AI Understanding: Teachers have and will continue to receive in-depth ...

Response: Implemented

Score: 0

The 32 Joint Powers Authorities that are not complying with the California State Law requiring annual reporting should become compliant by submitting their 2014 report by December 31, 2015, and submitting the required reports annually thereafter. (F.6.) Response: This recommendation has been implemented. Please contact the undersigned at (714) 424-5002 with any questions. Respectfully submitted, Paul H. Reed Deputy Superintendent and Chief Business Official Patty Dreher [email protected] From: Friday, March 06, 2015 10:50 AM Sent: Patty Dreher To: [email protected]; JGill@s...

R5

Schools and educators should be encouraged to collaborate with the various available AI consortiums and think tanks, such as OCDE and CLAOC, to effectively implement AI and establish basic tenets for its use. The recommendation has been implemented as follows: NMUSD encourages schools and educators to collaborate with AI consortiums and think tanks like OCDE to explore innovative AI applications. To ensure alignment with district standards and safety protocols, NMUSD has established a curated li...

Response: Unknown

Score: 0

The Authority agrees with the

NEWPORT-MESA Unified School District

July 25, 2014 • 2 pages • 1 response View Details ▾

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1 response to findings and recommendations

R1

By June 30, 2025, Orange County's K-12 schools should implement policies and guidelines regarding the appropriate use of AI. These may be provided at the district level or within individual schools through the adoption of an Acceptable Use Policy, Code of Ethics, or other written directives addressing the use of AI. The District has not yet fully implemented this recommendation but will implement this recommendation by September 1, 2025, with the following action plan: Phase 1: AI Initiative Pro...

Response: Unknown

Score: 0

The Newport-Mesa Unified School District agrees that the assumptions utilized in creating a bond program, including the assumed growth rate of assessed values, should be transparent and made available to the voters. While agreeing that the rate assumptions should be transparent and disclosed, the Newport-Mesa Unified School District however disagrees with the suggested constrictions on how the future growth rate should be determined as suggested in the Report since the definition of relevant is open to interpretation. As a practical matter, the question is moot for Newport-Mesa. In its last bo...

NEWPORT-MESA Unified School District

September 25, 2012 • 4 pages • 6 responses • Score: -1 (+2, 1, -3) View Details ▾

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6 responses to findings and recommendations

F1

Orange County's K-12 public schools have implemented policies and/or guidelines around the use of different AI platforms in varying and inconsistent ways. Some prohibit AI's use; others allow it: and some don't have policies or guidelines governing AI at all. The District agrees with the finding.

Response: Disagree Partially Score: 0

The District agrees partially with this finding. The District agrees that not all Orange County schools use the same technology and procedures to record bullying or harassment incidents. Different districts use different databases and internal procedures to track bullying complaints. With regard to the codes used to record bullying or harassment incidents, prior to July 1, 2012, Education Code section 48900(r) defined bullying by reference to sexual harassment (Education Code section 48900.2), hate violence (Education Code section 48900.3), and harassment, threats and intimidation (Educat...

R1

By June 30, 2025, Orange County's K-12 schools should implement policies and guidelines regarding the appropriate use of AI. These may be provided at the district level or within individual schools through the adoption of an Acceptable Use Policy, Code of Ethics, or other written directives addressing the use of AI. The District has not yet fully implemented this recommendation but will implement this recommendation by September 1, 2025, with the following action plan: Phase 1: AI Initiative Pro...

Response: Will Not Implement

Score: -1

This recommendation will not be implemented because it is not warranted and is not reasonable. The District tracks incidents of bullying as follows: An anonymous email tip line is now in use as well as anonymous bully reporting boxes at each school site. Reports of bullying are entered into our student information system, Aeries. Different districts use different technology and procedures that reflect the unique needs of each district. While all districts will comply with State-mandated reporting, such as the California Longitudinal Pupil Achievement Data System (CALPADS), it is not necessary ...

F2

Superintendents provide varying levels of support in implementing AI policies and/or guidelines in their respective school districts. The District agrees with this finding. The Honorable Maria D. Hernandez Presiding Judge, Orange County Superior Court Date

Response: Agree Score: +1

The District agrees that AB 1156 provides a broader definition of "bullying" than was contained in prior law. 1 The Orange County Superintendent of Schools has been directed to respond to Recommendations 4 and 5. W BOARD OF TRUSTEES Dana Black . Dave Brooks . Walt Davenport Martha Fluor • Katrina Foley • Judy Franco • Karen Yelsey Frederick Navarro, Ed.D., Superintendent Finding 3: Education Code section 234.1 requiring posting of anti-bullying/antiharassment policies in prescribed areas was not evident in all schools visited.

R2

Superintendents should ensure that their schools have policies that cover, at a minimum: the scope, guiding principles, and training regarding the responsible use of AI tools by students and teachers; any prohibited uses of special considerations regarding AI tools; and related security, privacy, and safety considerations. The District has not yet fully implemented this recommendation but will implement this recommendation by November 2025, with the following action plan: A draft policy is waiti...

Response: Will Not Implement

Score: -1

The District will not implement this policy because it is not warranted and is not reasonable. The District has no legal authority to obligate other school districts. However, it should be noted that the District is required by law to apply the definition of "bullying" contained in Education Code section 48900(r) in suspending and expelling students. The District also intends to use this definition of "bullying" in tracking complaints of bullying that are sustained. Recommendation 3: Each district review standardized procedures to protect a bully victim and bystanders' confidentiality as ...

F3

There are many resources to guide educators in using AI. Several are available at the local level through the Orange County Department of Education, Orange County Board of Education, CEO Leadership Alliance Orange County, and Orange Unified School District Technology Department, to name a few. However, utilization and even awareness of the availability of such resources is highly variable across school districts. The District agrees with this finding.

Response: Disagree Score: -1

The District cannot comment on what policies are posted in all schools throughout Orange County, but can respond only on behalf of the District itself. Finding 3 combines the requirement to post anti-discrimination/anti-harassment policies in prescribed areas with the requirement to post anti-bullying policies. The requirement for school districts to post their anti-bullying policy in all schools and offices, including staff lounges and pupil government meeting rooms, is new as of July 1, 2012.2 Thus, the District disagrees with Finding 3 to the extent it reflects on the District's ...

R3

K-12 students should be trained on the appropriate use of AI. The District has begun implementing this recommendation as follows: NMUSD is committed to equipping students with the knowledge and skills necessary to navigate the AI-driven world. Student-Centered AI Education: Open forums and discussions will be held to engage students in understanding AI's potential benefits and risks. Updated Student Handbooks: Clear guidelines on AI usage and academic honesty have been incorporated into all stud...

Response: Will Implement

Score: +1

The District will implement this recommendation by July 1, 2012. The District has adopted policies in regard to retaliation and confidentiality. Those policies state: Board Policy 5144.1 states that students may be suspended if they have harassed, threatened, or intimidated a student who is a complaining witness or witness in a school disciplinary proceeding for the purpose of preventing that student from being a witness and/or retaliating against that student for being a witness. (Education Code 48900(o)). Board Policy 5125 states the Governing Board recognizes the importance of keeping accur...

NEWPORT-MESA Unified School District

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Unified School District

November 01, 2018 • 2 pages • 2 responses • Score: 0 (+0, 2, 0) View Details ▾

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2 responses to findings and recommendations

R3

K-12 students should be trained on the appropriate use of AI. The District has begun implementing this recommendation as follows: NMUSD is committed to equipping students with the knowledge and skills necessary to navigate the AI-driven world. Student-Centered AI Education: Open forums and discussions will be held to engage students in understanding AI's potential benefits and risks. Updated Student Handbooks: Clear guidelines on AI usage and academic honesty have been incorporated into all stud...

Response: Implemented

Score: 0

: The recommendation has been implemented. School districts should implement procedures to ensure that photo identification is R.4. required of all campus visitors and volunteers before a visitor's badge is issued. (F.4, F.5.)

R4

K-12 teachers should be trained on the appropriate use of AI. The District has implemented this recommendation as follows: NMUSD recognizes the transformative potential of AI in education and is committed to equipping teachers with the necessary knowledge and skills to effectively integrate AI into their classrooms. To achieve this, the district is implementing a comprehensive AI training program that focuses on: • Generative AI Understanding: Teachers have and will continue to receive in-depth ...

Response: Implemented

Score: 0

: The recommendation has been implemented. All school districts with middle or high school campuses should consider using student R.6. ID cards in a format to be worn as student ID badges while on campus. (F.6.)

Unified School District

July 27, 2018 • 5 pages • 8 responses • Score: +5 (+5, 3, 0) View Details ▾

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8 responses to findings and recommendations

F1

Orange County's K-12 public schools have implemented policies and/or guidelines around the use of different AI platforms in varying and inconsistent ways. Some prohibit AI's use; others allow it: and some don't have policies or guidelines governing AI at all. The District agrees with the finding.

Response: Agree Score: +1

: The Newport-Mesa Unified School District agrees with this finding. School safety and security are a priority in the Newport-Mesa Unified School District. F.2. The implementation of security measures for schools, in many cases, is limited by funding.

R1

By June 30, 2025, Orange County's K-12 schools should implement policies and guidelines regarding the appropriate use of AI. These may be provided at the district level or within individual schools through the adoption of an Acceptable Use Policy, Code of Ethics, or other written directives addressing the use of AI. The District has not yet fully implemented this recommendation but will implement this recommendation by September 1, 2025, with the following action plan: Phase 1: AI Initiative Pro...

Response: Implemented

Score: 0

: The recommendation has been implemented. District staff has reviewed funding opportunities associated with Federal, State and Local grants/entitlements and identified all available 2018-19 funding qualifying for security expenditures. R.2. School districts should re-evaluate the lack of secure fencing on all school campuses and present a report to their respective boards by December 31, 2018, outlining their plans to make campuses more secure. (F.2, F.3)

F2

Superintendents provide varying levels of support in implementing AI policies and/or guidelines in their respective school districts. The District agrees with this finding. The Honorable Maria D. Hernandez Presiding Judge, Orange County Superior Court Date

Response: Agree Score: +1

: The Newport-Mesa Unified School District agrees with this finding. The extent to which our school can implement the type and extent of security measures is often dependent on funding. F.3. Many Orange County school campuses were constructed to reflect an "open and inviting" atmosphere but are now faced with physical and philosophical security issues that challenge this thinking.

R2

Superintendents should ensure that their schools have policies that cover, at a minimum: the scope, guiding principles, and training regarding the responsible use of AI tools by students and teachers; any prohibited uses of special considerations regarding AI tools; and related security, privacy, and safety considerations. The District has not yet fully implemented this recommendation but will implement this recommendation by November 2025, with the following action plan: A draft policy is waiti...

Response: Implemented

Score: 0

: The recommendation has been implemented. Fencing and perimeter access to all school campuses was evaluated during the spring of 2018. A report was presented to the Board of Education on July 10, 2018. R.3. School districts should implement procedures to ensure that all campuses maintain a complete, daily log (electronic or manual) of every visitor and volunteer entering and exiting the campus, excluding program events such as awards ceremonies or stage or musical productions. (F.4.)

F3

There are many resources to guide educators in using AI. Several are available at the local level through the Orange County Department of Education, Orange County Board of Education, CEO Leadership Alliance Orange County, and Orange Unified School District Technology Department, to name a few. However, utilization and even awareness of the availability of such resources is highly variable across school districts. The District agrees with this finding.

Response: Agree Score: +1

: The Newport-Mesa Unified School District agrees with this finding. Our district's campuses typically reflect an "open and inviting" atmosphere corresponding to the Frederick Navarro, Ed.D., Superintendent 2985 Bear Street 🗆 Costa Mesa 🗆 California 92626 🗇 (714) 424-5000 Response of Newport-Mesa Unified School District July 27, 2018 Page 2 school and urban planning concepts of the eras and communities in which they were constructed. In recent years, our district has made security enhancements at many of our schools that more clearly define and separate publicly "open" areas of our campuses f...

R3

K-12 students should be trained on the appropriate use of AI. The District has begun implementing this recommendation as follows: NMUSD is committed to equipping students with the knowledge and skills necessary to navigate the AI-driven world. Student-Centered AI Education: Open forums and discussions will be held to engage students in understanding AI's potential benefits and risks. Updated Student Handbooks: Clear guidelines on AI usage and academic honesty have been incorporated into all stud...

Response: Will Implement

Score: +1

: The recommendation has not yet been implemented, but will be implemented in the future. On July 10, 2018 the Board of Education approved an agreement for a standardized visitor/volunteer management system to all campuses. Implementation has begun and will be operational for the 2018-19 school year. R.4. School districts should implement procedures to ensure that photo identification is required of all campus visitors and volunteers before a visitor's badge is issued. (F.4, F.5.)

R4

K-12 teachers should be trained on the appropriate use of AI. The District has implemented this recommendation as follows: NMUSD recognizes the transformative potential of AI in education and is committed to equipping teachers with the necessary knowledge and skills to effectively integrate AI into their classrooms. To achieve this, the district is implementing a comprehensive AI training program that focuses on: • Generative AI Understanding: Teachers have and will continue to receive in-depth ...

Response: Will Implement

Score: +1

: The recommendation has not yet been implemented, but will be implemented in the future. On July 10, 2018 the Board of Education approved an agreement for a standardized visitor/volunteer management system to all campuses. Implementation has begun and will be operational for the 2018-19 school year. R.5. School districts should implement procedures to ensure that all faculty and staff are required to wear visible photo ID badges while on campus. (F.5.) Response of Newport-Mesa Unified School District July 27, 2018 Page 4

R5

Schools and educators should be encouraged to collaborate with the various available AI consortiums and think tanks, such as OCDE and CLAOC, to effectively implement AI and establish basic tenets for its use. The recommendation has been implemented as follows: NMUSD encourages schools and educators to collaborate with AI consortiums and think tanks like OCDE to explore innovative AI applications. To ensure alignment with district standards and safety protocols, NMUSD has established a curated li...

Response: Implemented

Score: 0

: The recommendation has been implemented. All employees are required to wear ID badges while of campus. R.6. All school districts with middle or high school campuses should consider using student ID cards in a format to be worn as student ID badges while on campus. (F.6.)

Unified School District

January 19, 2018 • 2 pages • 5 responses • Score: +3 (+3, 2, 0) View Details ▾

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5 responses to findings and recommendations

F1

Orange County's K-12 public schools have implemented policies and/or guidelines around the use of different AI platforms in varying and inconsistent ways. Some prohibit AI's use; others allow it: and some don't have policies or guidelines governing AI at all. The District agrees with the finding.

Response: Agree Score: +1

Newport-Mesa Unified School District agrees with the finding. Newport-Mesa Unified School District was prepared to handle the impact of SB277 with trained staff and responded by notifying families regarding the immunization requirements. Newport-Mesa Unified School District has implemented a continuous system to monitor school immunization requirements and trained personnel track students with immunization needs. Finding 2: There were very few problems that arose with medical exemptions for vaccinations. Health clerks and school nurses were able to handle any discrepancies.

R1

By June 30, 2025, Orange County's K-12 schools should implement policies and guidelines regarding the appropriate use of AI. These may be provided at the district level or within individual schools through the adoption of an Acceptable Use Policy, Code of Ethics, or other written directives addressing the use of AI. The District has not yet fully implemented this recommendation but will implement this recommendation by September 1, 2025, with the following action plan: Phase 1: AI Initiative Pro...

Response: Implemented

Score: 0

The recommendation has been implemented. Newport-Mesa Unified School District has implemented a protocol to track students with grandfathered personal belief exemptions and notify families of student vaccination needs before the student reaches the next reporting level. Recommendation 2: Districts should continue to monitor student vaccination percentages to maintain the threshold defined by the CDPH.

F2

Superintendents provide varying levels of support in implementing AI policies and/or guidelines in their respective school districts. The District agrees with this finding. The Honorable Maria D. Hernandez Presiding Judge, Orange County Superior Court Date

Response: Agree Score: +1

Newport-Mesa Unified School District agrees with the finding. School nurses and health clerks have implemented a system to document medical exemptions. Finding 3: Personal belief exemptions that were grandfathered in are professionally tracked with timely notifications to parents as to when vaccinations are due to be completed.

R2

Superintendents should ensure that their schools have policies that cover, at a minimum: the scope, guiding principles, and training regarding the responsible use of AI tools by students and teachers; any prohibited uses of special considerations regarding AI tools; and related security, privacy, and safety considerations. The District has not yet fully implemented this recommendation but will implement this recommendation by November 2025, with the following action plan: A draft policy is waiti...

Response: Implemented

Score: 0

The recommendation has been implemented. The Newport-Mesa Unified School District has a reporting process to track student vaccination rate percentages and will continue to monitor desired thresholds as defined by the CDPH.

F3

There are many resources to guide educators in using AI. Several are available at the local level through the Orange County Department of Education, Orange County Board of Education, CEO Leadership Alliance Orange County, and Orange Unified School District Technology Department, to name a few. However, utilization and even awareness of the availability of such resources is highly variable across school districts. The District agrees with this finding.

Response: Agree Score: +1

Newport-Mesa Unified School District agrees with the finding. Newport-Mesa Unified School District utilizes an electronic health record and student information system to track when vaccinations are due and personal belief exemptions are no longer valid. Finding 4: Orange County school districts made every effort to make vaccination information available using social media, direct mailings, and links on school websites to clinics in the area.

Newport-Mesa Unified School District's Response to the 2023-24 Orange County Grand*

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