Score: +36
(36/164/0)
Monterey County Grand Jury
• 2021-2022
Excelencia En Acción:*
Published: May 13, 2022
17 pages
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Findings and Recommendations 13 findings
F1
Los educadores y el personal clasificado del Condado de Monterey deben ser elogiados por su iniciativa y flexibilidad para enfrentar los desafíos del COVID- 19. Desde el Superintendente de la MCOE hasta el más reciente ayudante de clase a tiempo parcial, los empleados educativos del condado fueron más allá de sus descripciones de trabajo para satisfacer las necesidades de los estudiantes y sus familias durante la pandemia.
Related Recommendations (1)
R1
Los distritos escolares mantienen un nivel mínimo de un miembro del personal de apoyo al comportamiento en cada escuela hasta el final del año escolar 2025-2026.
F2
El Superintendente de Escuelas del Condado de Monterey debe ser elogiado por su liderazgo proactivo en tiempos de crisis. Sin ese liderazgo, la respuesta educativa del Condado de Monterey al COVID-19 hubiera sido inadecuada.
Related Recommendations (1)
R2
Los distritos escolares mantienen los programas de mitigación de la pérdida de aprendizaje y las oportunidades de aprendizaje extendido hasta el final del año escolar 2025-2026.
F3
La MCOE es digna de elogio por mantener la continuidad de las operaciones al tiempo que aumenta los servicios de apoyo para los distritos escolares en las circunstancias más difíciles.
Related Recommendations (1)
R3
La MCOE debe continuar monitoreando de cerca los LCAP y presupuestos de los distritos por los impactos de la pérdida de la ADA y el fin de los fondos federales de emergencia.
F4
Hay que elogiar a todos los donantes que contribuyeron al Fondo de Equidad Digital por su generosidad.
Related Recommendations (1)
R4
La MCOE debe ser previsora en sus planes de emergencia.
F5
Hay que elogiar a los administradores, los profesores y el personal de tecnología de la información del Condado de Monterey por haber hecho grandes progresos en el suministro de dispositivos de aprendizaje a distancia y en la resolución de los problemas de acceso a Internet durante la pandemia de COVID-19.
Related Recommendations (1)
R5
La MCOE debe establecer asociaciones y pasantías con CSU Monterey Bay, MCBH y socios de la industria para aumentar el número de trabajadores de salud mental, maestros, sustitutos y conductores de autobús. RESPUESTAS REQUERIDAS Se requieren las siguientes respuestas de conformidad con las secciones 933 y 933.05 del Código Penal: De los siguientes órganos de gobierno en un plazo de 90 días:
F6
La MCOE está trabajando con todos los distritos escolares para asegurar la responsabilidad fiscal y la administración de los dólares de la educación pública.
No recommendations for this finding
F7
Los departamentos de servicio de la MCOE continúan trabajando diligentemente para brindar apoyo, orientación, capacitación y recursos a todos los miembros de la comunidad educativa del Condado de Monterey.
No recommendations for this finding
F8
A pesar de la falta de preparación en muchos niveles del gobierno, la MCOE, los distritos escolares y el personal respondieron al impacto de la pandemia de manera oportuna.
No recommendations for this finding
F9
El Condado de Monterey amplió con éxito la conectividad a Internet gracias a los esfuerzos de la MCOE, los socios de la industria, las instituciones de subvención, el Grupo de Trabajo Digital y la inversión del distrito escolar en tecnología.
No recommendations for this finding
F10
Hay una mayor colaboración y coordinación entre las agencias que proveen servicios y apoyo, incluyendo la MCOE, la Salud Conductual del Condado de Monterey, el Departamento de Salud del Condado de Monterey, los socios de internet, los distritos escolares, los proveedores de apoyo y los grupos comunitarios.
No recommendations for this finding
F11
Los administradores, maestros, padres y estudiantes están muy preocupados por los problemas socioemocionales de los estudiantes que surgen de COVID-19.
No recommendations for this finding
F12
Los administradores, maestros, padres y estudiantes están preocupados por la pérdida de aprendizaje que tuvo lugar durante el año escolar 2020-2021. Existe una necesidad urgente de mitigar dicha pérdida.
No recommendations for this finding
F13
Existe la posibilidad de que se produzca una alteración fiscal significativa con la pérdida continua de la ADA y el fin de la financiación federal adicional que se produce al mismo tiempo. RECOMENDACIONES
No recommendations for this finding
Agency Responses 26
Government agencies' official responses to this report's findings and recommendations. Click on a response to see the structured breakdown.
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Alisal Union School District Response to Excellence in Action: Monterey County's Educational Respons
July 15, 2022
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2 pages
• 10 responses
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Score: +8
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10 responses to findings and recommendations
F1
Property values and tax allocations disproportionately underfund fire districts throughout Monterey County.
Response: Agree
Score: +1
Administrators, teachers, and information technology staff in Monterey County are to be
F5.
commended for making great strides in providing remote learning devices and solving internet access problems during the COVID-19 pandemic. Alisal USD agrees with this finding. <i>RESPONSE:</i> Despite a lack of preparedness at many levels of government, MCOE, school districts, and
F8.
staff responded to the impact of the pandemic in a timely manner. Alisal USD agrees with this finding. RESPONSE: Monterey County successfully expanded internet connectivity due to the efforts of MCOE,
F9.
industry pa...
R1
NCFPD and MCRFD hire an outside qualified consultant by December 31, 2022, to study the feasibility of consolidating the two districts.
Response: Implemented
Score: 0
School districts maintain learning loss mitigation programs and extended learning
R2.
opportunities until the end of the 2025-2026 school year. The recommendation has been implemented. RESPONSE: Conclusion In the event that you need additional information, please contact me at (831) 753-5700, extension 2014. The Alisal Union School District appreciates the work of the Monterey County Civil Grand Jury in producing and communicating these findings as well as the resulting recommendations, and is grateful for the opportunity to respond. Sincerely, James R. Koenig, Superintendent
R2
School districts maintain learning loss mitigation programs and extended learning opportunities until the end of the 2025-2026 school year.
Response: Unknown
Score: 0
Conclusion In the event that you need additional information, please contact me at (831) 753-5700, extension 2014. The Alisal Union School District appreciates the work of the Monterey County Civil Grand Jury in producing and communicating these findings as well as the resulting recommendations, and is grateful for the opportunity to respond. Sincerely, James R. Koenig, Superintendent
F5
Voters in NCFPD had to enact a special assessment fee in 2021 to avert layoffs and station closures.
Response: Agree
Score: +1
Monterey County successfully expanded internet connectivity due to the efforts of MCOE,
F9.
industry partners, grant institutions, the Digital Task Force, and school district investment in technology. Alisal USD agrees with this finding. RESPONSE:
There is increased collaboration and coordination among agencies that provide services and
F10.
support, including the MCOE, Monterey County Behavioral Health, the Monterey County Health Department, internet partners, school districts, support providers, and community groups. Alisal USD agrees with this finding. RESPONSE: Administrators, teacher...
F8
Automatic and mutual aid agreements alone are not sufficient to resolve fire coverage issues in the two districts.
Response: Agree
Score: +1
Monterey County successfully expanded internet connectivity due to the efforts of MCOE,
F9.
industry partners, grant institutions, the Digital Task Force, and school district investment in technology. Alisal USD agrees with this finding. RESPONSE:
There is increased collaboration and coordination among agencies that provide services and
F10.
support, including the MCOE, Monterey County Behavioral Health, the Monterey County Health Department, internet partners, school districts, support providers, and community groups. Alisal USD agrees with this finding. RESPONSE: Administrators, teacher...
F9
Distinct differences of EMS services exist between NCFPD (EMTs) and MCRFD (Paramedics).
Response: Agree
Score: +1
There is increased collaboration and coordination among agencies that provide services and
F10.
support, including the MCOE, Monterey County Behavioral Health, the Monterey County Health Department, internet partners, school districts, support providers, and community groups. Alisal USD agrees with this finding. RESPONSE: Administrators, teachers, parents, and students are all extremely concerned about students'
F11.
social-emotional issues arising from COVID-19. RESPONSE: Alisal USD agrees with this finding. Administrators, teachers, parents and students are concerned about the learning l...
F10
Though National Fire Standards recommend four firefighters per engine, NCFPD only staffs two and MCRFD three.
Response: Agree
Score: +1
Administrators, teachers, parents, and students are all extremely concerned about students'
F11.
social-emotional issues arising from COVID-19. RESPONSE: Alisal USD agrees with this finding. Administrators, teachers, parents and students are concerned about the learning loss that took
F12.
place during the 2020-2021 school year. There is an urgent need for mitigation of such a loss. Alisal USD agrees with this finding. RESPONSE: There is a potential for significant fiscal disruption with the continuing loss of ADA and the
F13.
end of additional federal funding occurring at the same time....
F11
Consolidation could be supported if all stakeholders are actively involved in the planning process.
Response: Agree
Score: +1
Alisal USD agrees with this finding. Administrators, teachers, parents and students are concerned about the learning loss that took
F12.
place during the 2020-2021 school year. There is an urgent need for mitigation of such a loss. Alisal USD agrees with this finding. RESPONSE: There is a potential for significant fiscal disruption with the continuing loss of ADA and the
F13.
end of additional federal funding occurring at the same time. RESPONSE: Alisal USD agrees with this finding. Recommendations School districts maintain a minimum level of one behavioral support staff member at each
R1...
F12
In consolidation, economies of scale (grant-writing, administrative costs, shared revenue, human resources) could benefit both districts. 27
Response: Agree
Score: +1
There is a potential for significant fiscal disruption with the continuing loss of ADA and the
F13.
end of additional federal funding occurring at the same time. RESPONSE: Alisal USD agrees with this finding. Recommendations School districts maintain a minimum level of one behavioral support staff member at each
R1.
school site until the end of the 2025-2026 school year. The recommendation has been implemented. RESPONSE: School districts maintain learning loss mitigation programs and extended learning
R2.
opportunities until the end of the 2025-2026 school year. The recommendation has be...
F13
There is the potential for significant fiscal disruption with the continuing loss of ADA and the end of additional federal funding occurring at the same time.
Response: Agree
Score: +1
Alisal USD agrees with this finding. Recommendations School districts maintain a minimum level of one behavioral support staff member at each
R1.
school site until the end of the 2025-2026 school year. The recommendation has been implemented. RESPONSE: School districts maintain learning loss mitigation programs and extended learning
R2.
opportunities until the end of the 2025-2026 school year. The recommendation has been implemented. RESPONSE: Conclusion In the event that you need additional information, please contact me at (831) 753-5700, extension 2014. The Alisal Union School District ...
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Big Sur Unified School District Response to Excellence in Action: Monterey County's Educational Resp
April 05, 2023
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8 pages
• 11 responses
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Score: +1
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11 responses to findings and recommendations
F1
Property values and tax allocations disproportionately underfund fire districts throughout Monterey County.
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
The BSUSD Board of Trustees agree with this finding. School district, charter school, and county office of education personnel throughout Monterey County made extraordinary efforts to meet the needs of our students and families during the most difficult and challenging times. While all public schools have approved Comprehensive School Safety Plans (CSSP) and are typically well prepared for emergency response, this global pandemic brought many unexpected challenges that required school personnel to be flexible and nimble. We are proud of and thankful for their professionalism and willingness to...
R1
NCFPD and MCRFD hire an outside qualified consultant by December 31, 2022, to study the feasibility of consolidating the two districts.
Response: Implemented
Score: 0
The BSUSD Board of Trustees agrees with the need to have a minimum of one behavioral support staff member at each site. Each school will need to analyze the needs of their students and behavioral support may look different at each school depending upon available
resources. For example, some schools will have Wellness Center staff available on a full-time basis, while others may have a school counselor, teacher on special assignment, a Behavioral Health clinician, a Positive Behavior Intervention and Support (PBIS) coordinator, trained behaviorist, or an administrator assigned to behavioral su...
R2
School districts maintain learning loss mitigation programs and extended learning opportunities until the end of the 2025-2026 school year.
Response: Unknown
Score: 0
Learning loss mitigation is occurring through the implementation of comprehensive MTSS models and a focus on universal supports for all students. This support will include diagnostic and formative assessments to address disparities in performance outcomes and allow schools to create a plan for learning acceleration. Learning acceleration will be embedded in all instructional decisions for students and will be aligned to school and district goals formalized in the LCAP. Schools will continue to prioritize high-priority academic standards and provide strategic interventions to support accelerati...
R3
MCOE should continue to closely monitor district LCAPs and budgets for the impacts of ADA loss and the end of emergency federal funding.
Response: Unknown
Score: 0
Learning loss mitigation is occurring through the implementation of comprehensive MTSS models and a focus on universal supports for all students. This support will include diagnostic and formative assessments to address disparities in performance outcomes and allow schools to create a plan for learning acceleration. Learning acceleration will be embedded in all instructional decisions for students and will be aligned to school and district goals formalized in the LCAP. Schools will continue to prioritize high-priority academic standards and provide strategic interventions to support accelerati...
F5
Voters in NCFPD had to enact a special assessment fee in 2021 to avert layoffs and station closures.
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
The <u>BSUSD Board of Trustees</u> agree that administrators, teachers, and information technology staff in Monterey County are to be commended for making great strides in providing remote learning devices and solving internet access problems during the COVID-19 pandemic. Schools utilized innovative solutions to solve the digital divide problems and are continuing to work toward long term solutions that hopefully in the future will close the digital divide.
F8.
Despite a lack of preparedness at many levels of government, MCOE, school districts, and staff responded to the impact of the pandem...
F8
Automatic and mutual aid agreements alone are not sufficient to resolve fire coverage issues in the two districts.
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
The BSUSD Board of Trustees agree with this finding. The global pandemic surfaced gaps in communications and needed resources at all levels of government. MCOE, school districts, and staff worked diligently to respond appropriately and timely to each challenge the pandemic surfaced. Monterey County successfully expanded internet connectivity due to the
F9.
efforts of MCOE, industry partners, grant institutions, the Digital Task Force, and school district investment in technology. X AGREE PARTIALLY AGREE DISAGREE Response: The BSUSD Board of Trustees agrees with this finding. MCOE worked with...
F9
Distinct differences of EMS services exist between NCFPD (EMTs) and MCRFD (Paramedics).
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
The BSUSD Board of Trustees agrees with this finding. MCOE worked with many partner agencies, granting institutions, vendors, technology experts, district superintendents, and elected officials to expand the internet connectivity for students in need. School District is thankful for the collective efforts of all Digital Divide Task Force participants for their willingness to work together to identify solutions to the digital divide. F10. There is increased collaboration and coordination among agencies that provide services and support, including the MCOE, Monterey County Behavioral Health, the...
F10
Though National Fire Standards recommend four firefighters per engine, NCFPD only staffs two and MCRFD three.
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
The BSUSD Board of Trustees agrees with this finding. The increased collaboration and coordination among agencies allows for more efficient response and better coordination of services and support. Administrators, teachers, parents, and students are all extremely concerned
F11.
about students' social-emotional issues arising from COVID-19. X AGREE PARTIALLY AGREE DISAGREE Response: The BSUSD Board of Trustees agrees with this finding. According to the American Psychological Association, 71 percent of parents across the nation are reporting that the pandemic has taken a toll on their child's ...
F11
Consolidation could be supported if all stakeholders are actively involved in the planning process.
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
The BSUSD Board of Trustees agrees with this finding. According to the American Psychological Association, 71 percent of parents across the nation are reporting that the pandemic has taken a toll on their child's mental health. School officials are reporting that they
are seeing more behavioral challenges, as well as social and emotional health concerns this year than in years past.
F12.
Administrators, teachers, parents, and students are concerned about the learning loss that took place during the 2020-2021 school year. There is an urgent need for mitigation of such a loss. X AGREE PARTIAL...
F12
In consolidation, economies of scale (grant-writing, administrative costs, shared revenue, human resources) could benefit both districts. 27
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
The BSUSD Board of Trustees agree that administrators, teachers, parents, and students are concerned about the learning loss that took place during the 2020-2021 school year and that there is an urgent need for additional support for students who fell behind academically.
F13.
There is the potential for significant fiscal disruption with the continuing loss of ADA and the end of additional federal funding occurring at the same time. X AGREE <b>PARTIALLY AGREE</b> DISAGREE Response: The BSUSD Board of Trustees agrees with this finding. California and Monterey County are experiencing declining...
F13
There is the potential for significant fiscal disruption with the continuing loss of ADA and the end of additional federal funding occurring at the same time.
Response: Agree
Score: +1
The BSUSD Board of Trustees agrees with this finding. California and Monterey County are experiencing declining enrollment and increased absenteeism in many districts due to the pandemic. With federal COVID relief funds ending, school districts will need to take appropriate action to maintain fiscal solvency as funding declines due to reduced ADA. Recommendations
R1.
School districts maintain a minimum level of one behavioral support staff member at each school site until the end of the 2025-2026 school year. X HAS BEEN IMPLEMENTED HAS NOT BEEN IMPLEMENTED BUT WILL BE IMPLEMENTED IN THE <b>F...
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Bradley Union School District Response to Excellence in Action: Monterey County's Educational Respon
June 22, 2022
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4 pages
• 9 responses
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Score: +1
(+1, 7, 0)
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9 responses to findings and recommendations
F1
Property values and tax allocations disproportionately underfund fire districts throughout Monterey County.
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
The Bradley Union School District and its Governing Board agree with this finding. The personnel of all school districts, charter schools, and the county office of education have made extraordinary efforts to meet the needs of our students, fellow staff members and families during the COVID-19 pandemic. Due to the hard work and dedication of our COVID response team, BUSD was able to continue full, in-person learning for the duration of the 2021-22 school year. Our district invested tremendous resources in ensuring our students, staff and families were able to remain in-person and enjoy cherish...
R1
NCFPD and MCRFD hire an outside qualified consultant by December 31, 2022, to study the feasibility of consolidating the two districts.
Response: Implemented
Score: 0
The Bradley Union School District and its Governing Board has implemented this recommendation. Our school employs a school counselor one day a week in order to meet the needs of our students. R2. School districts maintain learning loss mitigation programs and extended learning opportunities until the end of the 2025-2026 school year. X HAS BEEN IMPLEMENTED HAS NOT BEEN IMPLEMENTED BUT WILL BE IMPLEMENTED IN THE FUTURE REQUIRES FURTHER ANALYSIS WILL NOT BE IMPLEMENTED Response: Learning loss mitigation is occurring in the Bradley Union School District. We are continuing to grow our comprehensiv...
R2
School districts maintain learning loss mitigation programs and extended learning opportunities until the end of the 2025-2026 school year.
Response: Unknown
Score: 0
Learning loss mitigation is occurring in the Bradley Union School District. We are continuing to grow our comprehensive continuum of support for all students academically, socially, and emotionally. We will be expanding transitional kindergarten over the next few years, aligning and vertically articulating our curriculum, creating common formative assessments, and furthering our work on psychological and physical safety. California districts are also currently assessing and planning for increased resources and implementation of the Expanded Leaming Opportunities Program. The California Departm...
F8
Automatic and mutual aid agreements alone are not sufficient to resolve fire coverage issues in the two districts.
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
The Bradley Union School District and its Governing Board agree with this finding. MCOE, school districts, and staff worked diligently to respond appropriately and timely to each challenge the pandemic surfaced, including moving to remote learning in a matter of days and frequently adjusting to ever-changing guidance and mandates from state officials. F9. Monterey County successfully expanded internet connectivity due to the efforts of MCOE, industry partners, grant institutions, the Digital Task Force, and school district investment in technology. ___x__ AGREE
PARTIALLY AGREE DISAGREE Respon...
F9
Distinct differences of EMS services exist between NCFPD (EMTs) and MCRFD (Paramedics).
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
The Bradley Union School District and its Governing Board agrees with this finding. MCOE worked with many partner agencies, granting institutions, vendors, technology experts, district superintendents, and elected officials to expand internet connectivity for students and families in need in many areas of the county. While additional efforts are needed to close the digital divide, the progress made during the pandemic is to be commended. F10. There is increased collaboration and coordination among agencies that provide services and support, including the MCOE, Monterey County Behavioral Health...
F10
Though National Fire Standards recommend four firefighters per engine, NCFPD only staffs two and MCRFD three.
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
The Bradley Union School District and its Governing Board agrees with this finding. The increased collaboration and coordination among agencies is greatly appreciated as it allows for more efficient response and better coordination of services and support. f 11. Administrators, teachers, parents, and students are all extremely concerned about students' social-emotional issues arising from COVID-19. __x_ AGREE PARTIALLY AGREE DISAGREE Response: The Bradley Union School District and its Governing Board agrees with this finding. Our district and site staff members, students and families have repo...
F11
Consolidation could be supported if all stakeholders are actively involved in the planning process.
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
The Bradley Union School District and its Governing Board agrees with this finding. Our district and site staff members, students and families have reported that they are seeing and experiencing many more behavioral challenges, as well as social and emotional health concerns over the last two years than in years past. F12. Administrators, teachers, parents, and students are concerned about the learning loss that took place during the 2020-2021 school year. There is an urgent need for mitigation of such a loss. __x_ AGREE PARTIALLY AGREE DISAGREE Response: The Bradley Union School District and ...
F12
In consolidation, economies of scale (grant-writing, administrative costs, shared revenue, human resources) could benefit both districts. 27
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
The Bradley Union School District and its Governing Board agrees with this finding that staff, parents/families, and students are concerned about the learning loss that took place during both the 2019-2020 and the 2020- 2021 school year and that there is an urgent need for additional support for students who fell behind academically. F13. There is the potential for significant fiscal disruption with the continuing loss of ADA and the end of additional federal funding occurring at the same time. X AGREE PARTIALLY AGREE DISAGREE
Response: The Bradley Union School District and its Governing Boar...
F13
There is the potential for significant fiscal disruption with the continuing loss of ADA and the end of additional federal funding occurring at the same time.
Response: Agree
Score: +1
The Bradley Union School District and its Governing Board agrees with this finding. Like many districts throughout California, Bradley Union School District is experiencing declining enrollment and increased absenteeism. With federal COVID relief funds ending, our school district must eliminate some of the additional staffing and programming offerings instituted over the last two years to manage the pandemic. Recommendations R1. School districts maintain a minimum level of one behavioral support staff member at each school site until the end of the 2025-2026 school year. X HAS BEEN IMPLEMENTED...
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Carmel Unified School District Response to Excellence in Action: Monterey County's Educational Respo
June 22, 2022
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5 pages
• 10 responses
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Score: +1
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10 responses to findings and recommendations
F1
Property values and tax allocations disproportionately underfund fire districts throughout Monterey County.
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
The Carmel Unified School District and its Board of Trustees agree with this finding. The personnel of all school districts, charter schools, and the county office of education have made extraordinary efforts to meet the needs of our students, fellow staff members and families during the COVID-19 pandemic. Due to the hard work and dedication of our COVID response team, CUSD was able to continue full, in-person learning for the duration of the 2021-22 school year, including activities and athletics. Our district invested tremendous resources in ensuring our students, staff and families were abl...
R1
NCFPD and MCRFD hire an outside qualified consultant by December 31, 2022, to study the feasibility of consolidating the two districts.
Response: Implemented
Score: 0
The Carmel Unified School District and its Board of Trustees has implemented this recommendation. Both Carmel Middle School and Carmel High School have a Wellness Center with staff available on a full-time basis. The District has a school counselor at each school site. The elementary schools each have one school counselor, two school counselors at the middle school, and three school counselors at the high school. The school counselor plays an important role in our tiered support system. Additionally, the District has continuously partnered with Monterey County Behavioral Health to implement an...
R2
School districts maintain learning loss mitigation programs and extended learning opportunities until the end of the 2025-2026 school year.
Response: Unknown
Score: 0
Learning loss mitigation is occurring in the Carmel Unified School District. We are continuing to grow our comprehensive continuum of support for all students academically, socially, and emotionally. We will be continuing our summer school program this June, expanding transitional kindergarten over the next few years, aligning and vertically articulating our curriculum, creating common formative assessments, and furthering our work on psychological and physical safety.
California districts are also currently assessing and planning for increased resources and implementation of the Expanded Lea...
F5
Voters in NCFPD had to enact a special assessment fee in 2021 to avert layoffs and station closures.
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
The Carmel Unified School District and its Board of Trustees agree with this finding. Administrators, teachers, and support staff in Monterey County are to be commended for making great strides in providing remote learning devices and solving some of the internet access problems during the COVID-19 pandemic. Carmel Unified schools utilized innovative solutions to solve the digital divide problems and are continuing to work toward long term solutions that hopefully in the future will close the digital divide, especially for those in our outlying areas who are not able to be served by traditiona...
F8
Automatic and mutual aid agreements alone are not sufficient to resolve fire coverage issues in the two districts.
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
The Carmel Unified School District and its Board of Trustees agree with this finding. MCOE, school districts, and staff worked diligently to respond appropriately and timely to each challenge the pandemic surfaced, including moving to remote learning in a matter of days and frequently adjusting to ever-changing guidance and mandates from state officials.
F9. Monterey County successfully expanded internet connectivity due to the efforts of MCOE, industry partners, grant institutions, the Digital Task Force, and school district investment in technology. X AGREE PARTIALLY AGREE DISAGREE Response...
F9
Distinct differences of EMS services exist between NCFPD (EMTs) and MCRFD (Paramedics).
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
The Carmel Unified School District and its Board of Trustees agrees with this finding. MCOE worked with many partner agencies, granting institutions, vendors, technology experts, district superintendents, and elected officials to expand internet connectivity for students and families in need in many areas of the county. While additional efforts are needed to close the digital divide, the progress made during the pandemic is to be commended. F10. There is increased collaboration and coordination among agencies that provide services and support, including the MCOE, Monterey County Behavioral Hea...
F10
Though National Fire Standards recommend four firefighters per engine, NCFPD only staffs two and MCRFD three.
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
The Carmel Unified School District and its Board of Trustees agrees with this finding. The increased collaboration and coordination among agencies is greatly appreciated as it allows for more efficient response and better coordination of services and support. F11. Administrators, teachers, parents, and students are all extremely concerned about students' social-emotional issues arising from COVID-19. X AGREE PARTIALLY AGREE DISAGREE Response: The Carmel Unified School District and its Board of Trustees agrees with this finding. Our district and site staff members, students and families have re...
F11
Consolidation could be supported if all stakeholders are actively involved in the planning process.
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
The Carmel Unified School District and its Board of Trustees agrees with this finding. Our district and site staff members, students and families have reported that they are seeing and experiencing many more behavioral challenges, as well as social and emotional health concerns over the last two years than in years past. F12. Administrators, teachers, parents, and students are concerned about the learning loss that took place during the 2020-2021 school year. There is an urgent need for mitigation of such a loss. <u>X</u> AGREE PARTIALLY AGREE DISAGREE Response: The Carmel Unified School Distr...
F12
In consolidation, economies of scale (grant-writing, administrative costs, shared revenue, human resources) could benefit both districts. 27
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
The Carmel Unified School District and its Board of Trustees agrees with this finding that staff, parents/families, and students are concerned about the learning loss that took place during both the 2019-2020 and the 2020-2021 school year and that there is an urgent need for additional support for students who fell behind academically.
F13. There is the potential for significant fiscal disruption with the continuing loss of ADA and the end of additional federal funding occurring at the same time. X AGREE PARTIALLY AGREE DISAGREE Response: The Carmel Unified School District and its Board of Tr...
F13
There is the potential for significant fiscal disruption with the continuing loss of ADA and the end of additional federal funding occurring at the same time.
Response: Agree
Score: +1
The Carmel Unified School District and its Board of Trustees agrees with this finding. While loss of ADA does not impact Carmel Unified as a Basic Aid/Community Funded District, many districts throughout California, including those within Monterey County, are experiencing declining enrollment and increased absenteeism. With federal COVID relief funds ending, our school district must eliminate some of the additional staffing and programming offerings instituted over the last two years to manage the pandemic. Recommendations R1. School districts maintain a minimum level of one behavioral support...
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F1
Property values and tax allocations disproportionately underfund fire districts throughout Monterey County.
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
The Gonzales USD Board of Trustees agree with this finding. School district, charter school, and county office of education personnel throughout Monterey County made extraordinary efforts to meet the needs of our students and families during the most difficult and challenging times. While all public schools have approved Comprehensive School Safety Plans (CSSP) and are typically well prepared for emergency response, this global pandemic brought many unexpected challenges that required school personnel to be flexible and nimble. We are proud of and thankful for their professionalism and willing...
R1
NCFPD and MCRFD hire an outside qualified consultant by December 31, 2022, to study the feasibility of consolidating the two districts.
Response: Implemented
Score: 0
The Gonzales USD Board of Trustees agrees with the need to have a minimum of one behavioral support staff member at each site. Each school will need to analyze the needs of their students and behavioral support may look different at each school depending upon available resources. For example, some schools will have Wellness Center staff available on a full-time basis, while others may have a school counselor, teacher on special assignment, a Behavioral Health clinician, a Positive Behavior Intervention and Support (PBIS) coordinator, trained behaviorist, or an administrator assigned to behavio...
R2
School districts maintain learning loss mitigation programs and extended learning opportunities until the end of the 2025-2026 school year.
Response: Unknown
Score: 0
Learning loss mitigation is occurring through the implementation of comprehensive MTSS models and a focus on universal supports for all students. This support will include diagnostic and formative assessments to address disparities in performance outcomes and allow schools to create a plan for learning acceleration. Learning acceleration will be embedded in all instructional decisions for students and will be aligned to school and district goals formalized in the LCAP. Schools will continue to prioritize high-priority academic standards and provide strategic interventions to support accelerati...
R3
MCOE should continue to closely monitor district LCAPs and budgets for the impacts of ADA loss and the end of emergency federal funding.
Response: Unknown
Score: 0
Learning loss mitigation is occurring through the implementation of comprehensive MTSS models and a focus on universal supports for all students. This support will include diagnostic and formative assessments to address disparities in performance outcomes and allow schools to create a plan for learning acceleration. Learning acceleration will be embedded in all instructional decisions for students and will be aligned to school and district goals formalized in the LCAP. Schools will continue to prioritize high-priority academic standards and provide strategic interventions to support accelerati...
F5
Voters in NCFPD had to enact a special assessment fee in 2021 to avert layoffs and station closures.
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
The Gonzales USD Board of Trustees agree that administrators, teachers, and information technology staff in Monterey County are to be commended for making great strides in providing remote learning devices and solving internet access problems during the COVID-19 pandemic. Schools utilized innovative solutions to solve the digital divide problems and are continuing to work toward long term solutions that hopefully in the future will close the digital divide. Despite a lack of preparedness at many levels of government, MCOE, school
F8.
districts, and staff responded to the impact of the pandem...
F8
Automatic and mutual aid agreements alone are not sufficient to resolve fire coverage issues in the two districts.
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
The Gonzales USD Board of Trustees agree with this finding. The global pandemic surfaced gaps in communications and needed resources at all levels of government. MCOE, school districts, and staff worked diligently to respond appropriately and timely to each challenge the pandemic surfaced.
F9.
Monterey County successfully expanded internet connectivity due to the efforts of MCOE, industry partners, grant institutions, the Digital Task Force, and school district investment in technology. X AGREE PARTIALLY AGREE DISAGREE Response: The Gonzales USD Board of Trustees agrees with this finding. MC...
F9
Distinct differences of EMS services exist between NCFPD (EMTs) and MCRFD (Paramedics).
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
The Gonzales USD Board of Trustees agrees with this finding. MCOE worked with many partner agencies, granting institutions, vendors, technology experts, district superintendents, and elected officials to expand the internet connectivity for students in need. Gonzales USD Board of Trustees is thankful for the collective efforts of all Digital Divide Task Force participants for their willingness to work together to identify solutions to the digital divide. There is increased collaboration and coordination among agencies that provide
F10.
services and support, including the MCOE, Monterey Count...
F10
Though National Fire Standards recommend four firefighters per engine, NCFPD only staffs two and MCRFD three.
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
The Gonzales USD Board of Trustees agrees with this finding. The increased collaboration and coordination among agencies allows for more efficient response and better coordination of services and support.
F11.
Administrators, teachers, parents, and students are all extremely concerned about students' social-emotional issues arising from COVID-19. X AGREE PARTIALLY AGREE DISAGREE Response: The Gonzales USD Board of Trustees agrees with this finding. According to the American Psychological Association, 71 percent of parents across the nation are reporting that the pandemic has taken a toll on ...
F11
Consolidation could be supported if all stakeholders are actively involved in the planning process.
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
The Gonzales USD Board of Trustees agrees with this finding. According to the American Psychological Association, 71 percent of parents across the nation are reporting that the pandemic has taken a toll on their child's mental health. School officials are reporting that they are seeing more behavioral challenges, as well as social and emotional health concerns this year than in years past. 600 Elko Street Gonzales, California 93926 Superintendent Fax (831) 675-2763 Business Fax (831) 675-1172
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F12.
loss that...
F12
In consolidation, economies of scale (grant-writing, administrative costs, shared revenue, human resources) could benefit both districts. 27
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
The Gonzales USD Board of Trustees agree that administrators, teachers, parents, and students are concerned about the learning loss that took place during the 2020-2021 school year and that there is an urgent need for additional support for students who fell behind academically. F13. There is the potential for significant fiscal disruption with the continuing loss of ADA and the end of additional federal funding occurring at the same time. X AGREE <b>PARTIALLY AGREE</b> DISAGREE Response: The Gonzales USD Board of Trustees agrees with this finding. California and Monterey County are experienci...
F13
There is the potential for significant fiscal disruption with the continuing loss of ADA and the end of additional federal funding occurring at the same time.
Response: Agree
Score: +1
The Gonzales USD Board of Trustees agrees with this finding. California and Monterey County are experiencing declining enrollment and increased absenteeism in many districts due to the pandemic. With federal COVID relief funds ending, school districts will need to take appropriate action to maintain fiscal solvency as funding declines due to reduced ADA. Recommendations School districts maintain a minimum level of one behavioral support staff member
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at each school site until the end of the 2025-2026 school year. X HAS BEEN IMPLEMENTED HAS NOT BEEN IMPLEMENTED BUT WILL BE IMPLEMENTED IN T...
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June 15, 2022
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R1
NCFPD and MCRFD hire an outside qualified consultant by December 31, 2022, to study the feasibility of consolidating the two districts.
Response: Unknown
Score: 0
Leaming loss mitigation is occurring through the implementation of comprehensive MTSS models and a focus on universal supports for all students. This support will include dia ostic and formative assessments to address disparities in performance outcomes and allow gn schools to create a plan for learning acceleration. Leaming acceleration will be embedded in all instructional decisions for students and will be ali ed to school and district goals formalized in gn the LCAP. Schools will continue to prioritize high-priority academic standards and provide strategic interventions to support accelera...
R2
School districts maintain learning loss mitigation programs and extended learning opportunities until the end of the 2025-2026 school year.
Response: Unknown
Score: 0
Leaming loss mitigation is occurring through the implementation of comprehensive MTSS models and a focus on universal supports for all students. This support will include dia ostic and formative assessments to address disparities in performance outcomes and allow gn schools to create a plan for learning acceleration. Leaming acceleration will be embedded in all instructional decisions for students and will be ali ed to school and district goals formalized in gn the LCAP. Schools will continue to prioritize high-priority academic standards and provide strategic interventions to support accelera...
R3
MCOE should continue to closely monitor district LCAPs and budgets for the impacts of ADA loss and the end of emergency federal funding.
Response: Unknown
Score: 0
Leaming loss mitigation is occurring through the implementation of comprehensive MTSS models and a focus on universal supports for all students. This support will include dia ostic and formative assessments to address disparities in performance outcomes and allow gn schools to create a plan for learning acceleration. Leaming acceleration will be embedded in all instructional decisions for students and will be ali ed to school and district goals formalized in gn the LCAP. Schools will continue to prioritize high-priority academic standards and provide strategic interventions to support accelera...
F5
Voters in NCFPD had to enact a special assessment fee in 2021 to avert layoffs and station closures.
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
The Graves Elementary School District Board of Trustees agree that administrators, teachers, and information technology staff in Monterey County are to be commended for making great strides in providing remote learning devices and solving internet access problems during the COVID-19 pandemic. Schools utilized innovative solutions to solve the digital divide problems and are continuing to work toward long term solutions that hopefully in the future will close the digital divide. F8. Despite a lack of preparedness at many levels of government, MCOE, school districts, and staff responded to the i...
F8
Automatic and mutual aid agreements alone are not sufficient to resolve fire coverage issues in the two districts.
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
The Graves Elementary School District Board of_T rustees agree with this finding. The global pandemic surfaced gaps in communications and needed resources at all levels of government. MCOE, school districts, and staff worked diligently to respond appropriately and timely to each challenge the pandemic surfaced. F9. Monterey County successfully expanded internet connectivity due to the efforts of MCOE, industry partners, grant institutions, the Digital Task Force, and school district investment in technology. X AGREE PARTIALLY AGREE DISAGREE Response: The Graves Elementary School District Board...
F9
Distinct differences of EMS services exist between NCFPD (EMTs) and MCRFD (Paramedics).
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
The Graves Elementary School District Board of Trustees agrees with this finding. MCOE worked with many partner agencies, granting institutions, vendors, technology experts, district superintendents, and elected officials to expand the internet connectivity for students in need. Graves Elementary School District is thankful for the collective efforts of all Digital Divide Task Force participants for their willingness to work together to identify solutions to the digital divide. FlO. There is increased collaboration and coordination among agencies that provide services and support, including th...
F12
In consolidation, economies of scale (grant-writing, administrative costs, shared revenue, human resources) could benefit both districts. 27
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
The Graves Elementary School District Board of Trustees agree that administrators, teachers, parents, and students are concerned about the learning loss that took place during the 2020-2021 school year and that there is an urgent need for additional support for students who fell behind academically. F13. There is the potential for significant fiscal disruption with the continuing loss of ADA and the end of additional federal funding occurring at the same time. X AGREE PARTIALLY AGREE DISAGREE Response: The Graves Elementary School District Board of Trustees agrees with this finding. California...
F13
There is the potential for significant fiscal disruption with the continuing loss of ADA and the end of additional federal funding occurring at the same time.
Response: Agree
Score: +1
The Graves Elementary School District Board of Trustees agrees with this finding. California and Monterey County are experiencing declining enrollment and increased absenteeism in many districts due to the pandemic. With federal COVID relief funds ending, school districts will need to take appropriate action to maintain fiscal solvency as funding declines due to reduced ADA. Recommendations Rl. School districts maintain a minimum level of one behavioral support staff member at each school site until the end of the 2025-2026 school year. X HASBEENIMPLEMENTED HAS NOT BEEN IMPLEMENTED BUT WILL BE...
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Greenfield Union School District Response to Excellence in Action: Monterey County's Educational Res
February 09, 2023
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F2
NCFPD tax revenue was drastically reduced when Duke Energy sold the decommissioned Moss Landing Power Plant.
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
The County Superintendent is honored and thankful for the acknowledgement of the Grand Jury and wishes to acknowledge her great team that stepped up and did what needed to be done to respond rapidly to the challenges before us. F3. MCOE is to be commended for maintaining continuity of operations while increasing support services for school districts under the most challenging of circumstances. X AGREE PARTIALLY AGREE DISAGREE
• Response: The County Board and the County Superintendent agree with this finding and would like to commend and thank the Monterey County Office of Education team membe...
R2
School districts maintain learning loss mitigation programs and extended learning opportunities until the end of the 2025-2026 school year.
Response: Will Implement
Scheduled: within 90 days
Score: +1
Leaming loss mitigation is occurring through the implementation of comprehensive MTSS models and a focus on universal supports for all students. This support will include dia ostic and formative assessments to address disparities in performance outcomes and allow gn schools to create a plan for learning acceleration. Leaming acceleration will be embedded in all instructional decisions for students and will be ali ed to school and district goals formalized in gn the LCAP. Schools will continue to prioritize high-priority academic standards and provide strategic interventions to support accelera...
F3
In 2018, NCFPD annexed Monterey Regional Waste Management and Monterey One Water property with increased risk but no increase in tax revenue.
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
The County Board and the County Superintendent agree with this finding and would like to thank and commend all of the generous donors who so graciously and generously donated the needed funds to ensure schools that needed technology devices or internet access for their students had what was needed so that Monterey County students could fully participate in distance learning. The very generous donors rose to the challenge of meeting this dire need and their contributions made a very positive impact on thousands of students. F5. Administrators, teachers, and information technology staff in Monte...
R3
MCOE should continue to closely monitor district LCAPs and budgets for the impacts of ADA loss and the end of emergency federal funding.
Response: Implemented
Scheduled: within 90 days
Score: 0
The Monterey County Office of Education will continue to closely monitor district LCAPs and budgets for the impacts of ADA loss and the end of emergency federal funding. R4. MCOE will be forward thinking about its emergency plans. HAS BEEN IMPLEMENTED
• X HAS NOT BEEN IMPLEMENTED BUT WILL BE IMPLEMENTED IN THE FUTURE REQUIRES FURTHER ANALYSIS WILL NOT BE IMPLEMENTED Response: The Monterey County Office of Education is forward thinking not only in regard to its emergency plans but also regarding the communication and collaboration that must take place in emergency situations. Thus, MCOE is lau...
F4
In 2020, NCFPD laid off six firefighters and considered closing one fire station due to budget constraints.
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
The County Board and the County Superintendent agree with this finding and would like to thank and commend all of the generous donors who so graciously and generously donated the needed funds to ensure schools that needed technology devices or internet access for their students had what was needed so that Monterey County students could fully participate in distance learning. The very generous donors rose to the challenge of meeting this dire need and their contributions made a very positive impact on thousands of students. F5. Administrators, teachers, and information technology staff in Monte...
R4
MCOE be forward thinking about its emergency plans.
Response: Implemented
Scheduled: within 90 days
Score: 0
The Monterey County Office of Education is forward thinking not only in regard to its emergency plans but also regarding the communication and collaboration that must take place in emergency situations. Thus, MCOE is launching the Monterey County Safe and Healthy Schools and Communities Coalition in the Fall of 2022. This Coalition will include all stakeholders that are responsible for health and safety in schools and communities and will meet regularly to share best practices, improve communication and planning efforts, access training opportunities, and share common language and clear unders...
F5
Voters in NCFPD had to enact a special assessment fee in 2021 to avert layoffs and station closures.
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
The County Board and the County Superintendent agree that administrators, teachers, and information technology staff in Monterey County are to be commended for making great strides in providing remote learning devices and solving internet access problems during the COVID-19 pandemic. Schools utilized innovative solutions to solve the digital divide problems and are continuing to work toward long-term solutions that hopefully in the future will close the digital divide. F6. MCOE is working with all school districts to assure fiscal accountability and stewardship of the public's education dollar...
F6
NCFPD fire stations are outdated and fire apparatus needs updating and/or replacement.
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
The County Board and the County Superintendent agree with this finding. MCOE's Chief Business Official Dr. Colleen Stanley and her entire Business Services team work diligently to
■ provide the oversight needed to assure fiscal accountability and good stewardship of the public's education dollars by promoting sound financial management practices through fiscal monitoring, analysis, and consultation to fulfill our state-mandated oversight responsibilities. MCOE staff reviews budgets, interim reports and unaudited actuals, Local Control Accountability Plans, collective bargaining agreements, an...
F7
The number of service calls is similar between NCFPD and MCRFD. North County has only half the personnel and is responding with outdated equipment.
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
The County Board and the County Superintendent agree with this finding. The MCOE Business Office, Technology Services, Human Resources, General Services, Educational Services, Student Services, and Special Education continue to provide the highest quality of service to the county's educational community. MCOE will continue to strive to achieve our mission to provide leadership, support, and service excellence needed to prepare the diverse students of Monterey County for success. FS. Despite a lack of preparedness at many levels of government, MCOE, school districts, and staff responded to the ...
F12
In consolidation, economies of scale (grant-writing, administrative costs, shared revenue, human resources) could benefit both districts. 27
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
The County Board and the County Superintendent agree that administrators, teachers, parents, and students are concerned about the learning loss that took place during the 2020-2021
• school year and that there is an urgent need for additional support for students who fell behind academically. F13. There is the potential for significant fiscal disruption with the continuing loss of ADA and the end of additional federal funding occurring at the same time. X AGREE PARTIALLY AGREE DISAGREE Response: The County Board and the County Superintendent agree with this finding. California and Monterey Co...
F13
There is the potential for significant fiscal disruption with the continuing loss of ADA and the end of additional federal funding occurring at the same time.
Response: Agree
Score: +1
The County Board and the County Superintendent agree with this finding. California and Monterey County are experiencing declining enrollment and increased absenteeism in many school districts due to the pandemic. With federal COVID relief funds ending, school districts will need to take appropriate action to maintain fiscal solvency as funding declines due to reduced ADA. Recommendations Rl. School districts maintain a minimum level of one behavioral support staff member at each school site until the end of the 2025-2026 school year. X HAS BEEN IMPLEMENTED HAS NOT BEEN IMPLEMENTED BUT WILL BE ...
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F1
Property values and tax allocations disproportionately underfund fire districts throughout Monterey County.
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
The King City Union School District agrees with this finding. King City Union School District staff made extraordinary efforts to meet the needs of our students and families during the most difficult and challenging times. The global pandemic brought many unexpected challenges that required school personnel to be flexible and nimble. We are proud of and thankful for their professionalism and willingness to step up and do what needed to be done to continue educating our students even when school facilities were required to remain closed. Most of the District Classified and all management staff ...
R1
NCFPD and MCRFD hire an outside qualified consultant by December 31, 2022, to study the feasibility of consolidating the two districts.
Response: Implemented
Score: 0
The King City Union School District agrees with the need to have a minimum of one behavioral support staff member at each site. The District will continue to analyze the needs of their students and behavioral support, but the ability to meet those needs will depend on resources, personnel and the available workforce.
R2.
School districts maintain learning loss mitigation programs and extended learning opportunities until the end of the 2025-2026 school year. X HAS BEEN IMPLEMENTED HAS NOT BEEN IMPLEMENTED BUT WILL BE IMPLEMENTED IN THE <b>FUTURE</b> _ REQUIRES FURTHER ANALYSIS <b>WILL NOT BE...
R2
School districts maintain learning loss mitigation programs and extended learning opportunities until the end of the 2025-2026 school year.
Response: Implemented
Score: 0
School districts maintain learning loss mitigation programs and extended learning opportunities until the end of the 2025-2026 school year. X HAS BEEN IMPLEMENTED HAS NOT BEEN IMPLEMENTED BUT WILL BE IMPLEMENTED IN THE <b>FUTURE</b> _ REQUIRES FURTHER ANALYSIS <b>WILL NOT BE IMPLEMENTED</b> Response: Learning loss mitigation is occurring through the implementation of comprehensive MTSS models and a focus on universal supports for all students. This support will include diagnostic and formative assessments to address disparities in performance outcomes and allow schools to create a plan for lea...
F5
Voters in NCFPD had to enact a special assessment fee in 2021 to avert layoffs and station closures.
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
The King City Union School District agrees. The District's administrators, teachers, and information technology staff are to be commended for making great strides in providing remote learning devices and solving internet access problems during the COVID-19 pandemic. The District staff utilized innovative solutions to solve the digital divide problems and are continuing to work toward long term solutions. District tech staff worked tirelessly and was available 24 hours a day resolve matters and take pre-emptive actions. Despite a lack of preparedness at many levels of government, MCOE, school d...
F8
Automatic and mutual aid agreements alone are not sufficient to resolve fire coverage issues in the two districts.
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
The King City Union School District agrees with this finding. The global pandemic surfaced gaps in communications and needed resources at all levels of government. The King City Union
School District administration and staff worked diligently to respond appropriately and timely to each challenge the pandemic surfaced.
F9.
Monterey County successfully expanded internet connectivity due to the efforts of MCOE, industry partners, grant institutions, the Digital Task Force, and school district investment in technology. X AGREE ___ PARTIALLY AGREE DISAGREE Response: The King City Union School Di...
F9
Distinct differences of EMS services exist between NCFPD (EMTs) and MCRFD (Paramedics).
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
The King City Union School District agrees with this finding. Being geographically remote in South Monterey County, the District with some assistance from MCOE worked to expand the internet connectivity for students in need. F10. There is increased collaboration and coordination among agencies that provide services and support, including the MCOE, Monterey County Behavioral Health, the Monterey County Health Department, internet partners, school districts, support providers, and community groups. AGREE X PARTIALLY AGREE DISAGREE Response: The King City Union School District partially agrees wi...
F10
Though National Fire Standards recommend four firefighters per engine, NCFPD only staffs two and MCRFD three.
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
The King City Union School District partially agrees with this finding. The increased collaboration and coordination among agencies tends to be north county focused which allows for more efficient response and better coordination of services and support in that area. South Monterey County continues to be underserved and was largely left to fill it's needs. F11. Administrators, teachers, parents, and students are all extremely concerned about students' social-emotional issues arising from COVID-19. X AGREE _ PARTIALLY AGREE DISAGREE Response: The King City Union School District agrees with this...
F11
Consolidation could be supported if all stakeholders are actively involved in the planning process.
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
The King City Union School District agrees with this finding. According to the American Psychological Association, 71 percent of parents across the nation are reporting that the pandemic has taken a toll on their child's mental health. King City Union School District staff has seen more behavioral challenges, as well as social and emotional health concerns this year than in years past. While there is available funding, there are insufficient number of available trained personnel to hire, which is an obstacle to meeting the needs of students and staff. It is even more challenging to acquire com...
F12
In consolidation, economies of scale (grant-writing, administrative costs, shared revenue, human resources) could benefit both districts. 27
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
The King City Union School District agrees with this finding, to this end the District has focused upon mitigating the loss with appropriate measures directed at the students most in need. F13. There is the potential for significant fiscal disruption with the continuing loss of ADA and the end of additional federal funding occurring at the same time. AGREE X PARTIALLY AGREE DISAGREE Response: The King City Union School District partially agrees with this finding. While California and Monterey County are experiencing declining enrollment and increased absenteeism in many districts due to the pa...
F13
There is the potential for significant fiscal disruption with the continuing loss of ADA and the end of additional federal funding occurring at the same time.
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
The King City Union School District partially agrees with this finding. While California and Monterey County are experiencing declining enrollment and increased absenteeism in many districts due to the pandemic, KCUSD enrollment is remaining static with some decline, the rate of absenteeism though low, is actually improving. Since 2010, the District has always taken the strategic long view for its financial planning, ongoing income is used for ongoing expenses, one-time funding is used for one-time or short term expenditures. Recommendations
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June 03, 2022
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F1
Property values and tax allocations disproportionately underfund fire districts throughout Monterey County.
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
The Mission Union School District Board of Trustees agree with this finding. School district, charter school, and county office of education personnel throughout Monterey County made extraordinary efforts to meet the needs of our students and families during the most difficult and challenging times. While all public schools have approved Comprehensive School Safety Plans (CSSP) and are typically well prepared for emergency response, this global pandemic brought many unexpected challenges that required school personnel to be flexible and nimble. We are proud of and thankful for their profession...
R1
NCFPD and MCRFD hire an outside qualified consultant by December 31, 2022, to study the feasibility of consolidating the two districts.
Response: Implemented
Score: 0
The Mission Union School District Board of Trustees agrees with the need to have a minimum of one behavioral support staff member at each site. Each school will need to analyze the needs of their students and behavioral support may look different at each school depending upon available resources. For example, some schools will have Wellness Center staff available
on a full-time basis, while others may have a school counselor, teacher on special assignment, a Behavioral Health clinician, a Positive Behavior Intervention and Support (PBIS) coordinator, trained behaviorist, or an administrator a...
R2
School districts maintain learning loss mitigation programs and extended learning opportunities until the end of the 2025-2026 school year.
Response: Unknown
Score: 0
Learning loss mitigation is occurring through the implementation of comprehensive MTSS models and a focus on universal support for all students. This support will include diagnostic and formative assessments to address disparities in performance outcomes and allow schools to create a plan for learning acceleration. Learning acceleration will be embedded in all
instructional decisions for students and will be aligned to school and district goals formalized in the LCAP. Schools will continue to prioritize high-priority academic standards and provide strategic interventions to support accelerati...
R3
MCOE should continue to closely monitor district LCAPs and budgets for the impacts of ADA loss and the end of emergency federal funding.
Response: Unknown
Score: 0
Learning loss mitigation is occurring through the implementation of comprehensive MTSS models and a focus on universal support for all students. This support will include diagnostic and formative assessments to address disparities in performance outcomes and allow schools to create a plan for learning acceleration. Learning acceleration will be embedded in all
instructional decisions for students and will be aligned to school and district goals formalized in the LCAP. Schools will continue to prioritize high-priority academic standards and provide strategic interventions to support accelerati...
F5
Voters in NCFPD had to enact a special assessment fee in 2021 to avert layoffs and station closures.
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
The Mission Union School District Board of Trustees agree that administrators, teachers, and information technology staff in Monterey County are to be commended for making great strides in providing remote learning devices and solving internet access problems during the COVID-19 pandemic. Schools utilized innovative solutions to solve the digital divide problems and are continuing to work toward long term solutions that hopefully in the future will close the digital divide. Despite a lack of preparedness at many levels of government, MCOE, school
F8.
districts, and staff responded to the imp...
F8
Automatic and mutual aid agreements alone are not sufficient to resolve fire coverage issues in the two districts.
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
The Mission Union School District Board of Trustees agree with this finding. The global pandemic surfaced gaps in communications and needed resources at all levels of government.
MCOE, school districts, and staff worked diligently to respond appropriately and timely to each challenge the pandemic surfaced. Monterey County successfully expanded internet connectivity due to the
F9.
efforts of MCOE, industry partners, grant institutions, the Digital Task Force, and school district investment in technology. X AGREE __ PARTIALLY AGREE DISAGREE Response: The Mission Union School District Board of...
F9
Distinct differences of EMS services exist between NCFPD (EMTs) and MCRFD (Paramedics).
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
The Mission Union School District Board of Trustees agrees with this finding. MCOE worked with many partner agencies, granting institutions, vendors, technology experts, district superintendents, and elected officials to expand the internet connectivity for students in need. School District is thankful for the collective efforts of all Digital Divide Task Force participants for their willingness to work together to identify solutions to the digital divide. There is increased collaboration and coordination among agencies that
F10.
provide services and support, including the MCOE, Monterey Cou...
F10
Though National Fire Standards recommend four firefighters per engine, NCFPD only staffs two and MCRFD three.
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
The Mission Union School District Board of Trustees agrees with this finding. The increased collaboration and coordination among agencies allows for more efficient response and better coordination of services and support. Administrators, teachers, parents, and students are all extremely concerned
F11.
about students' social-emotional issues arising from COVID-19. X AGREE PARTIALLY AGREE DISAGREE Response: The Mission Union School District Board of Trustees agrees with this finding. According to the American Psychological Association, 71 percent of parents across the nation are reporting that...
F11
Consolidation could be supported if all stakeholders are actively involved in the planning process.
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
The Mission Union School District Board of Trustees agrees with this finding. According to the American Psychological Association, 71 percent of parents across the nation are reporting that the pandemic has taken a toll on their child's mental health. School officials are reporting that they are seeing more behavioral challenges, as well as social and emotional health concerns this year than in years past.
F12. Administrators, teachers, parents, and students are concerned about the learning loss that took place during the 2020-2021 school year. There is an urgent need for mitigation of such a...
F12
In consolidation, economies of scale (grant-writing, administrative costs, shared revenue, human resources) could benefit both districts. 27
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
The Mission Union School District Board of Trustees agree that administrators, teachers, parents, and students are concerned about the learning loss that took place during the 2020-2021 school year and that there is an urgent need for additional support for students who fell behind academically. F13. There is the potential for significant fiscal disruption with the continuing loss of ADA and the end of additional federal funding occurring at the same time. <u>X</u> AGREE <b>PARTIALLY AGREE</b> DISAGREE Response: The Mission Union School District Board of Trustees agrees with this finding. Cali...
F13
There is the potential for significant fiscal disruption with the continuing loss of ADA and the end of additional federal funding occurring at the same time.
Response: Agree
Score: +1
The Mission Union School District Board of Trustees agrees with this finding. California and Monterey County are experiencing declining enrollment and increased absenteeism in many districts due to the pandemic. With federal COVID relief funds ending, school districts will need to take appropriate action to maintain fiscal solvency as funding declines due to reduced ADA. Recommendations School districts maintain a minimum level of one behavioral support staff
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member at each school site until the end of the 2025-2026 school year. X HAS BEEN IMPLEMENTED HAS NOT BEEN IMPLEMENTED BUT WILL BE...
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F1
Property values and tax allocations disproportionately underfund fire districts throughout Monterey County.
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
initiative and flexibility in meeting the challenges of COVID-19. From the MCOE Superintendent to the newest part-time classroom aide, county educational employees went beyond their job descriptions in meeting the needs of students and their families during the pandemic. X AGREE PARTIALLY AGREE DISAGREE <b>Response:</b> The County Board and County Superintendent agree with this finding. School district, charter school, and county office of education personnel throughout Monterey County made extraordinary efforts to meet the needs of students and families during the most difficult and challengi...
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NCFPD and MCRFD hire an outside qualified consultant by December 31, 2022, to study the feasibility of consolidating the two districts.
Response: Implemented
Due: December 31, 2022
Scheduled: within 90 days
Score: 0
The County Board and the County Superintendent agree with the need to have a minimum of one behavioral support staff member at each site. Each school will need to analyze the needs of their students and behavioral support may look different from school to school depending upon available resources. For example, some schools will have Wellness Center staff available on a full-time basis, while others may have a school counselor, teacher on special assignment, a behavioral health clinician, a Positive Behavior Intervention and Support (PBIS) coordinator, trained behaviorist, or an administrator a...
F2
NCFPD tax revenue was drastically reduced when Duke Energy sold the decommissioned Moss Landing Power Plant.
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
The County Superintendent is honored and thankful for the acknowledgement of the Grand Jury and wishes to acknowledge her great team that stepped up and did what needed to be done to respond rapidly to the challenges before us. MCOE is to be commended for maintaining continuity of operations while
F3.
increasing support services for school districts under the most challenging of circumstances. <u>X</u> AGREE ___ PARTIALLY AGREE DISAGREE
1.5 Response: The County Board and the County Superintendent agree with this finding and would like to commend and thank the Monterey County Office of Educa...
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School districts maintain learning loss mitigation programs and extended learning opportunities until the end of the 2025-2026 school year.
Response: Implemented
Scheduled: within 90 days
Score: 0
Learning loss mitigation is occurring through the implementation of comprehensive MTSS models and a focus on universal supports for all students. This support will include diagnostic and formative assessments to address disparities in performance outcomes and allow schools to create a plan for learning acceleration. Learning acceleration will be embedded in all instructional decisions for students and will be aligned to school and district goals formalized in the LCAP. Schools will continue to prioritize high-priority academic standards and provide strategic interventions to support accelerati...
F3
In 2018, NCFPD annexed Monterey Regional Waste Management and Monterey One Water property with increased risk but no increase in tax revenue.
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
The County Board and the County Superintendent agree with this finding and would like to commend and thank the Monterey County Office of Education team members for their outstanding work to keep operations moving forward during the most challenging of times. All the donors who contributed to the Digital Equity Fund are to be commended for
F4.
their generosity. X AGREE PARTIALLY AGREE DISAGREE Response: The County Board and the County Superintendent agree with this finding and would like to thank and commend all of the generous donors who so graciously and generously donated the needed funds ...
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MCOE should continue to closely monitor district LCAPs and budgets for the impacts of ADA loss and the end of emergency federal funding.
Response: Implemented
Scheduled: within 90 days
Score: 0
Learning loss mitigation is occurring through the implementation of comprehensive MTSS models and a focus on universal supports for all students. This support will include diagnostic and formative assessments to address disparities in performance outcomes and allow schools to create a plan for learning acceleration. Learning acceleration will be embedded in all instructional decisions for students and will be aligned to school and district goals formalized in the LCAP. Schools will continue to prioritize high-priority academic standards and provide strategic interventions to support accelerati...
F4
In 2020, NCFPD laid off six firefighters and considered closing one fire station due to budget constraints.
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
The County Board and the County Superintendent agree with this finding and would like to thank and commend all of the generous donors who so graciously and generously donated the needed funds to ensure schools that needed technology devices or internet access for their students had what was needed so that Monterey County students could fully participate in distance learning. The very generous donors rose to the challenge of meeting this dire need and their contributions made a very positive impact on thousands of students. Administrators, teachers, and information technology staff in Monterey ...
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MCOE be forward thinking about its emergency plans.
Response: Implemented
Scheduled: within 90 days
Score: 0
The Monterey County Office of Education is forward thinking not only in regard to its emergency plans but also regarding the communication and collaboration that must take place in emergency situations. Thus, MCOE is launching the Monterey County Safe and Healthy Schools and Communities Coalition in the Fall of 2022. This Coalition will include all stakeholders that are responsible for health and safety in schools and communities and will meet regularly to share best practices, improve communication and planning efforts, access training opportunities, and share common language and clear unders...
F5
Voters in NCFPD had to enact a special assessment fee in 2021 to avert layoffs and station closures.
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
The County Board and the County Superintendent agree that administrators, teachers, and information technology staff in Monterey County are to be commended for making great strides in providing remote learning devices and solving internet access problems during the COVID-19 pandemic. Schools utilized innovative solutions to solve the digital divide problems and are continuing to work toward long-term solutions that hopefully in the future will close the digital divide. MCOE is working with all school districts to assure fiscal accountability and
F6.
stewardship of the public's education doll...
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MCOE should establish partnerships and internships with CSU Monterey Bay, MCBH, and industry partners to increase the number of mental health workers, teachers, substitutes, and bus drivers 46
Response: Unknown
Scheduled: within 90 days
Score: 0
The Monterey County Office of Education has a well-established partnership with CSU Monterey Bay, Monterey County Behavioral Health, and industry partners. Together we work to increase the number of mental health workers, teachers, and substitute teachers. Our partner agencies do not prepare bus drivers, however MCOE has launched a Bus Driver Cadette Program which is a grow your own program that trains interested individuals that meet minimum qualifications to be school bus drivers. MCOE Bus Driver Cadettes receive a minimum of 20 hours of classroom instruction and a minimum of 20 hours of beh...
F6
NCFPD fire stations are outdated and fire apparatus needs updating and/or replacement.
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
The County Board and the County Superintendent agree with this finding. MCOE's Chief Business Official Dr. Colleen Stanley and her entire Business Services team work diligently to
10 . . provide the oversight needed to assure fiscal accountability and good stewardship of the public's education dollars by promoting sound financial management practices through fiscal monitoring, analysis, and consultation to fulfill our state-mandated oversight responsibilities. MCOE staff reviews budgets, interim reports and unaudited actuals, Local Control Accountability Plans, collective bargaining agreement...
F7
The number of service calls is similar between NCFPD and MCRFD. North County has only half the personnel and is responding with outdated equipment.
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
MCOE's service departments continue working diligently to provide support, guidance, training, and resources for all members of Monterey County's educational community. X AGREE PARTIALLY AGREE DISAGREE <b>Response:</b> The County Board and the County Superintendent agree with this finding. The MCOE Business Office, Technology Services, Human Resources, General Services, Educational Services, Student Services, and Special Education continue to provide the highest quality of service to the county's educational community. MCOE will continue to strive to achieve our mission to provide leadership, ...
F8
Automatic and mutual aid agreements alone are not sufficient to resolve fire coverage issues in the two districts.
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
The County Board and the County Superintendent agree with this finding. The global pandemic surfaced gaps in communications and needed resources at all levels of government. MCOE, school districts, and staff worked diligently to respond appropriately and timely to each challenge the pandemic surfaced.
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Monterey County successfully expanded internet connectivity due to the efforts of MCOE, industry partners, grant institutions, the Digital Task Force, and school district investment in technology. <u>X</u> AGREE PARTIALLY AGREE DISAGREE
. 0. Response: The County Board and the County Superi...
F9
Distinct differences of EMS services exist between NCFPD (EMTs) and MCRFD (Paramedics).
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
The County Board and the County Superintendent agree with this finding. MCOE worked with many partner agencies, granting institutions, vendors, technology experts, district superintendents, and elected officials to expand the internet connectivity for students in need. MCOE is thankful for the collective efforts of all Digital Divide Task Force participants for their willingness to work together to identify solutions to the digital divide. There is increased collaboration and coordination among agencies that provide
F10.
services and support, including the MCOE, Monterey County Behavioral He...
F10
Though National Fire Standards recommend four firefighters per engine, NCFPD only staffs two and MCRFD three.
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
The County Board and the County Superintendent agree with this finding. The increased collaboration and coordination among agencies allows for more efficient response and better coordination of services and support. Administrators, teachers, parents, and students are all extremely concerned about
F11.
students' social-emotional issues arising from COVID-19. <u>X</u> AGREE PARTIALLY AGREE DISAGREE Response: The County Board and the County Superintendent agree with this finding. According to the American Psychological Association, 71 percent of parents across the nation are reporting that the ...
F11
Consolidation could be supported if all stakeholders are actively involved in the planning process.
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
The County Board and the County Superintendent agree with this finding. According to the American Psychological Association, 71 percent of parents across the nation are reporting that the pandemic has taken a toll on their child's mental health. School officials are reporting that they are seeing more behavioral challenges, as well as social and emotional health concerns this year than in years past. Administrators, teachers, parents, and students are concerned about the learning
F12.
loss that took place during the 2020-2021 school year. There is an urgent need for mitigation of such a loss...
F12
In consolidation, economies of scale (grant-writing, administrative costs, shared revenue, human resources) could benefit both districts. 27
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
The County Board and the County Superintendent agree that administrators, teachers, parents, and students are concerned about the learning loss that took place during the 2020-2021
0.1 - school year and that there is an urgent need for additional support for students who fell behind academically. There is the potential for significant fiscal disruption with the continuing loss of
F13.
ADA and the end of additional federal funding occurring at the same time. <u>X</u> AGREE PARTIALLY AGREE DISAGREE <b>Response:</b> The County Board and the County Superintendent agree with this finding. Califo...
F13
There is the potential for significant fiscal disruption with the continuing loss of ADA and the end of additional federal funding occurring at the same time.
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
ADA and the end of additional federal funding occurring at the same time. <u>X</u> AGREE PARTIALLY AGREE DISAGREE <b>Response:</b> The County Board and the County Superintendent agree with this finding. California and Monterey County are experiencing declining enrollment and increased absenteeism in many school districts due to the pandemic. With federal COVID relief funds ending, school districts will need to take appropriate action to maintain fiscal solvency as funding declines due to reduced ADA. Recommendations School districts maintain a minimum level of one behavioral support staff memb...
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F1
Property values and tax allocations disproportionately underfund fire districts throughout Monterey County.
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
their initiative and flexibility in meeting the challenges of COVID-19. From the MCOE Superintendent to the newest part-time classroom aide, county educational employees went beyond their job descriptions in meeting the needs of students and their families during the pandemic. <u>X</u> AGREE ___ PARTIALLY AGREE DISAGREE The Monterey Peninsula Unified School District Board of Trustees agree with this finding. School district, charter school, and county office of education personnel throughout Monterey County made extraordinary efforts to meet the needs of our students and families during the mo...
R1
NCFPD and MCRFD hire an outside qualified consultant by December 31, 2022, to study the feasibility of consolidating the two districts.
Response: Implemented
Score: 0
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member at each school site until the end of the 2025-2026 school year. X HAS BEEN IMPLEMENTED HAS NOT BEEN IMPLEMENTED BUT WILL BE IMPLEMENTED IN THE FUTURE REQUIRES FURTHER ANALYSIS
WILL NOT BE IMPLEMENTED The Monterey Peninsula Unified School District Board of Trustees agrees with the need to have a minimum of one behavioral support staff member at each site. Each school will need to analyze the needs of their students and behavioral support may look different at each school depending upon available resources. For example, some schools will have Wellness Center staff available on a full-...
R2
School districts maintain learning loss mitigation programs and extended learning opportunities until the end of the 2025-2026 school year.
Response: Implemented
Score: 0
learning opportunities until the end of the 2025-2026 school year. X HAS BEEN IMPLEMENTED HAS NOT BEEN IMPLEMENTED BUT WILL BE IMPLEMENTED IN THE FUTURE REQUIRES FURTHER ANALYSIS
WILL NOT BE IMPLEMENTED Learning loss mitigation is occurring through the implementation of comprehensive MTSS models and a focus on universal supports for all students. This support will include diagnostic and formative assessments to address disparities in performance outcomes and allow schools to create a plan for learning acceleration. Learning acceleration will be embedded in all instructional decisions for stud...
F5
Voters in NCFPD had to enact a special assessment fee in 2021 to avert layoffs and station closures.
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
County are to be commended for making great strides in providing remote learning devices and solving internet access problems during the COVID-19 pandemic. X AGREE PARTIALLY AGREE DISAGREE The Monterey Peninsula Unified School District Board of Trustees agree that administrators, teachers, and information technology staff in Monterey County are to be commended for making great strides in providing remote learning devices and solving internet access problems during the COVID-19 pandemic. Schools utilized innovative solutions to solve the digital divide problems and are continuing to work toward...
F8
Automatic and mutual aid agreements alone are not sufficient to resolve fire coverage issues in the two districts.
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
districts, and staff responded to the impact of the pandemic in a timely manner. X AGREE PARTIALLY AGREE DISAGREE
The Monterey Peninsula Unified School District Board of Trustees agree with this finding. The global pandemic surfaced gaps in communications and needed resources at all levels of government. MCOE, school districts, and staff worked diligently to respond appropriately and timely to each challenge the pandemic surfaced. Monterey County successfully expanded internet connectivity due to the
F9
Distinct differences of EMS services exist between NCFPD (EMTs) and MCRFD (Paramedics).
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
efforts of MCOE, industry partners, grant institutions, the Digital Task Force, and school district investment in technology. X AGREE ____ PARTIALLY AGREE DISAGREE The Monterey Peninsula Unified School District Board of Trustees agrees with this finding. MCOE worked with many partner agencies, granting institutions, vendors, technology experts, district superintendents, and elected officials to expand the internet connectivity for students in need. Monterey Peninsula Unified School District is thankful for the collective efforts of all Digital Divide Task Force participants for their willingne...
F10
Though National Fire Standards recommend four firefighters per engine, NCFPD only staffs two and MCRFD three.
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
provide services and support, including the MCOE, Monterey County Behavioral Health, the Monterey County Health Department, internet partners, school districts, support providers, and community groups. X AGREE PARTIALLY AGREE DISAGREE The Monterey Peninsula Unified School District Board of Trustees agrees with this finding. The increased collaboration and coordination among agencies allows for more efficient response and better coordination of services and support. Administrators, teachers, parents, and students are all extremely concerned
F11.
about students' social-emotional issues arising...
F11
Consolidation could be supported if all stakeholders are actively involved in the planning process.
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
about students' social-emotional issues arising from COVID-19. X AGREE PARTIALLY AGREE DISAGREE
The Monterey Peninsula Unified School District Board of Trustees agrees with this finding. According to the American Psychological Association, 71 percent of parents across the nation are reporting that the pandemic has taken a toll on their child's mental health. School officials are reporting that they are seeing more behavioral challenges, as well as social and emotional health concerns this year than in years past. Administrators, teachers, parents, and students are concerned about the
F12.
l...
F12
In consolidation, economies of scale (grant-writing, administrative costs, shared revenue, human resources) could benefit both districts. 27
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
learning loss that took place during the 2020-2021 school year. There is an urgent need for mitigation of such a loss. X AGREE PARTIALLY AGREE DISAGREE The Monterey Peninsula Unified School District Board of Trustees agree that administrators, teachers, parents, and students are concerned about the learning loss that took place during the 2020-2021 school year and that there is an urgent need for additional support for students who fell behind academically. There is the potential for significant fiscal disruption with the continuing loss
F13.
of ADA and the end of additional federal funding ...
F13
There is the potential for significant fiscal disruption with the continuing loss of ADA and the end of additional federal funding occurring at the same time.
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
of ADA and the end of additional federal funding occurring at the same time. X AGREE ___ PARTIALLY AGREE DISAGREE The Monterey Peninsula Unified School District Board of Trustees agrees with this finding. California and Monterey County are experiencing declining enrollment and increased absenteeism in many districts due to the pandemic. With federal COVID relief funds ending, school districts will need to take appropriate action to maintain fiscal solvency as funding declines due to reduced ADA. Recommendations School districts maintain a minimum level of one behavioral support staff
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F1
Property values and tax allocations disproportionately underfund fire districts throughout Monterey County.
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
Educators and classified staff in Monterey County are to be commended for their initiative and flexibility in meeting the challenges of COVID-19. From the MCOE Superintendent to the newest part-time classroom aide, county educational employees went beyond their job descriptions in meeting the needs of students and their families during the pandemic. ⊠AGREE □PARTIALLY AGREE □DISAGREE
R1
NCFPD and MCRFD hire an outside qualified consultant by December 31, 2022, to study the feasibility of consolidating the two districts.
Response: Implemented
Due: December 31, 2022
Scheduled: within 90 days
Score: 0
School districts maintain a minimum level of one behavioral support staff member at each school site until the end of the 2025-2026 school year. ⊠HAS BEEN IMPLEMENTED □HAS NOT BEEN IMPLEMENTED BUT WILL BE IMPLEMENTED IN THE FUTURE □REQUIRES FURTHER ANALYSIS □WILL NOT BE IMPLEMENTED Summary Response: All school sites have permanent counseling staff who may provide behavioral support as needed. Sites have additional personnel available during the school day to support student behavioral needs.
R2
School districts maintain learning loss mitigation programs and extended learning opportunities un...
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School districts maintain learning loss mitigation programs and extended learning opportunities until the end of the 2025-2026 school year.
Response: Implemented
Score: 0
School districts maintain learning loss mitigation programs and extended learning opportunities until the end of the 2025-2026 school year. <b>⊠HAS BEEN IMPLEMENTED</b> □HAS NOT BEEN IMPLEMENTED BUT WILL BE IMPLEMENTED IN THE FUTURE □REQUIRES FURTHER ANALYSIS □WILL NOT BE IMPLEMENTED
Response: All sites have provided, and will continue to provide, learning loss mitigation programs during the school day, integral to the instructional program. Additionally, all sites and all grade levels provide extended school year services designed for mitigating learning loss during the month of June followi...
F5
Voters in NCFPD had to enact a special assessment fee in 2021 to avert layoffs and station closures.
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
AGREE □PARTIALLY AGREE □DISAGREE
F5
Administrators, teachers, and information technology staff in Monterey County are to be commended for making great strides in providing remote learning devices and solving internet access problems during the COVID-19 pandemic.
F8
Automatic and mutual aid agreements alone are not sufficient to resolve fire coverage issues in the two districts.
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
PARTIALLY AGREE □DISAGREE
F8
Despite a lack of preparedness at many levels of government, MCOE, school districts, and staff responded to the impact of the pandemic in a timely manner.
F9
Distinct differences of EMS services exist between NCFPD (EMTs) and MCRFD (Paramedics).
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
AGREE</b> □PARTIALLY AGREE □DISAGREE
F9
Monterey County successfully expanded internet connectivity due to the efforts of MCOE, industry partners, grant institutions, the Digital Task Force, and school district investment in technology.
F10
Though National Fire Standards recommend four firefighters per engine, NCFPD only staffs two and MCRFD three.
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
AGREE</b> □PARTIALLY AGREE □DISAGREE
F10
There is increased collaboration and coordination among agencies that provide services and support, including the MCOE, Monterey County Behavioral Health, the Monterey County Health Department, internet partners, school districts, support providers, and community groups.
F11
Consolidation could be supported if all stakeholders are actively involved in the planning process.
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
AGREE</b> □PARTIALLY AGREE □DISAGREE
F11
Administrators, teachers, parents, and students are all extremely concerned about students' social-emotional issues arising from COVID-19.
F12
In consolidation, economies of scale (grant-writing, administrative costs, shared revenue, human resources) could benefit both districts. 27
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
AGREE □PARTIALLY AGREE <b>□DISAGREE</b>
F12
Administrators, teachers, parents, and students are concerned about the learning loss that took place during the 2020-2021 school year.
F13
There is the potential for significant fiscal disruption with the continuing loss of ADA and the end of additional federal funding occurring at the same time.
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
AGREE</b> □PARTIALLY AGREE □DISAGREE
F13
There is the potential for significant fiscal disruption with the continuing loss of ADA and the end of additional federal funding occurring at the same time.
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F1
Property values and tax allocations disproportionately underfund fire districts throughout Monterey County.
Response: Agree
Score: +1
We agree with this finding.
While the schools of the Salinas City Elementary School District, like all public schools, have approved Comprehensive School Safety Plans and are well prepared to respond to emergencies, the Covid-19 pandemic brought unprecedented challenges. At the outset of the pandemic, when Monterey County first entered shutdown, SCESD employees mobilized and organized quickly and efficiently with several goals in mind: Making sure students continued to receive high-quality educational services; and that teachers, backed by District staff, received training and support they wo...
R1
NCFPD and MCRFD hire an outside qualified consultant by December 31, 2022, to study the feasibility of consolidating the two districts.
Response: Implemented
Score: 0
This recommendation has been implemented. The District agrees with the need to have one behavioral support staff member at each site. Currently, each school site has an assigned full-time counselor, and the District contracts with an outside agency to provide eight part-time counselors to provide support at the larger school sites. In addition, the District has 10 psychologists and contracts with Monterey County Behavioral Health and the agency Harmony at Home to provide additional services. The District has a well-implemented MTSS (Multi-Tiered System of Supports) model and a Positive Behavio...
R2
School districts maintain learning loss mitigation programs and extended learning opportunities until the end of the 2025-2026 school year.
Response: Implemented
Score: 0
This recommendation has been implemented. Learning loss mitigation is occurring through continued use of MTSS, and a focus of supports for all students. The support includes diagnostic assessments to address disparities in performance outcomes and allows schools to plan for learning acceleration, to be embedded in all instructional decisions and aligned with school and District goals as formalized in the District's LCAP-Local Control and Accountability Plan, in which the District solicits the input from multiple stakeholders. The California Department of Education (CDE) defines expanded learni...
R3
MCOE should continue to closely monitor district LCAPs and budgets for the impacts of ADA loss and the end of emergency federal funding.
Response: Implemented
Score: 0
This recommendation has been implemented. Learning loss mitigation is occurring through continued use of MTSS, and a focus of supports for all students. The support includes diagnostic assessments to address disparities in performance outcomes and allows schools to plan for learning acceleration, to be embedded in all instructional decisions and aligned with school and District goals as formalized in the District's LCAP-Local Control and Accountability Plan, in which the District solicits the input from multiple stakeholders. The California Department of Education (CDE) defines expanded learni...
F5
Voters in NCFPD had to enact a special assessment fee in 2021 to avert layoffs and station closures.
Response: Agree
Score: +1
We agree with these findings. When the pandemic came to Monterey County, no Local Educational Agency realized that the shutdown would be so protracted. Students initially were given homework packets that would last them a week-a period of time that, in March 2020, was the anticipated duration of the shutdown. When it became evident that rather than a short-term closure the District would need to enact technology-enabled distance learning, District staff and the District's IT department worked to ensure each student had at least one device with which they could access the Internet to participat...
F8
Automatic and mutual aid agreements alone are not sufficient to resolve fire coverage issues in the two districts.
Response: Agree
Score: +1
We agree with this finding. Unprecedented is, at this point, an overused word as it relates to the pandemic, but it is also the best and most appropriate word: The pandemic was unprecedented, and that schools-a bastion of safety and security for children and families-would be forced to close was equally unprecedented. The steps the District took at the outset of the pandemic-getting devices and connectivity into the hands and homes of our students, and our teachers and staff trained on how to effectively conduct distance learning-are outlined in the narrative above. In addition, the District's...
F9
Distinct differences of EMS services exist between NCFPD (EMTs) and MCRFD (Paramedics).
Response: Agree
Score: +1
We agree with this finding SCESD worked with many partner agencies, sought grant funding and sought expert opinions from vendors, technology experts and elected officials to ensure each student had the devices they needed, and the ability to connect to the internet. The District obtained an important grant via the Federal Communication Commission's Emergency Connectivity Fund that facilitated the purchase of new Chromebooks so students could work remotely with updated technology. F10. There is increased collaboration and coordination among agencies that provide services and support, including ...
F10
Though National Fire Standards recommend four firefighters per engine, NCFPD only staffs two and MCRFD three.
Response: Agree
Score: +1
We agree with this finding. Increased collaboration was pivotal during the pandemic, and inter-agency cooperation enabled the District to better coordinate service and support of our students, families and employees through the pandemic. F11. Administrators, teachers, parents and students are all extremely concerned about students' social-emotional issues arising from Covid-19. Response: We agree with this finding. According to the American Psychological Association, 71 percent of parents nationwide are reporting the pandemic has taken a toll on their child's mental health. In the District, we...
F11
Consolidation could be supported if all stakeholders are actively involved in the planning process.
Response: Agree
Score: +1
We agree with this finding. According to the American Psychological Association, 71 percent of parents nationwide are reporting the pandemic has taken a toll on their child's mental health. In the District, we are seeing more behavioral challenges and social and emotional health concerns this year than in previous years. In addition to our team of counselors and school psychologists, the District has partnerships with Monterey County Behavioral Health and Harmony at Home to provide supplemental mental health services. This year, the District entered into a partnership with the agency Care Sola...
F12
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Response: Agree
Score: +1
We agree with this finding.
The District agrees that all aforementioned parties are concerned about learning loss that took place during the 2020-2021 school year, and that there is an urgent need for additional support for students who fell behind academically. We have expanded our robust Expanded Learning offerings, including a full-day Summer STEAM Camp that includes tutoring in reading, language arts and math, as well as exploration of science and the arts. In addition, students are able to use a variety of learning programs, including Lexia and Dream Box, for additional immersion into la...
F13
There is the potential for significant fiscal disruption with the continuing loss of ADA and the end of additional federal funding occurring at the same time.
Response: Agree
Score: +1
We agree with this finding. Many districts throughout the state are experiencing declining enrollment and increased absenteeism due to the ongoing pandemic, and absenteeism ramps up each time there is a spike in Covid-19 cases. As federal funding for Covid relief programs comes to an end, the District is taking appropriate action to maintain fiscal solvency and is actively seeking grant opportunities and alternate funding streams to fund new state-mandated programs. Recommendations R1. School districts maintain a minimum level of one behavioral support staff member at each school site until th...
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Salinas Union High School District Response to Excellence in Action: Monterey County's Educational R
June 28, 2022
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F1
Property values and tax allocations disproportionately underfund fire districts throughout Monterey County.
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
their initiative and flexibility in meeting the challenges of COVID-19. From the MCOE Superintendent to the newest part-time classroom aide, county educational employees went beyond their job descriptions in meeting the needs of students and their families during the pandemic. X AGREE PARTIALLY AGREE DISAGREE The SUHSD Board agrees with this finding. School district, charter school, and county office of education personnel throughout Monterey County made extraordinary efforts to meet the needs of our students and families during the most difficult and challenging times. While all public school...
R1
NCFPD and MCRFD hire an outside qualified consultant by December 31, 2022, to study the feasibility of consolidating the two districts.
Response: Implemented
Score: 0
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member at each school site until the end of the 2025-2026 school year. X HAS BEEN IMPLEMENTED HAS NOT BEEN IMPLEMENTED BUT WILL BE IMPLEMENTED IN THE <b>FUTURE</b> REQUIRES FURTHER ANALYSIS WILL NOT BE IMPLEMENTED
The SUHSD Board agrees with the need to have a minimum of one behavioral support staff member at each site. All schools in the SUHSD have at least one dedicated staff member for this area of support and most have several dedicated staff housed in an on campus Wellness Center that supports students social, emotional, mental health needs. For example, our Wellness Centers, at any g...
R2
School districts maintain learning loss mitigation programs and extended learning opportunities until the end of the 2025-2026 school year.
Response: Implemented
Score: 0
learning opportunities until the end of the 2025-2026 school year. X HAS BEEN IMPLEMENTED HAS NOT BEEN IMPLEMENTED BUT WILL BE IMPLEMENTED IN THE <b>FUTURE</b> REQUIRES FURTHER ANALYSIS WILL NOT BE IMPLEMENTED Learning loss mitigation is occurring through the implementation of comprehensive MTSS models and a focus on universal supports for all students. This support will include diagnostic and formative assessments to address disparities in performance outcomes and allow schools to create a plan for learning acceleration. Learning acceleration will be embedded in all instructional decisions fo...
F5
Voters in NCFPD had to enact a special assessment fee in 2021 to avert layoffs and station closures.
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
Administrators, teachers, and information technology staff in Monterey County are to be commended for making great strides in providing remote learning devices and solving internet access problems during the COVID-19 pandemic. X AGREE PARTIALLY AGREE DISAGREE The SUHSD Board agrees that administrators, teachers, and information technology staff in Monterey County are to be commended for making great strides in providing remote learning devices and solving internet access problems during the COVID-19 pandemic. Schools utilized innovative solutions to solve the digital divide problems and are co...
F8
Automatic and mutual aid agreements alone are not sufficient to resolve fire coverage issues in the two districts.
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
Despite a lack of preparedness at many levels of government, MCOE, school districts, and staff responded to the impact of the pandemic in a timely manner. X AGREE PARTIALLY AGREE DISAGREE
The SUHSD Board agrees with this finding. The global pandemic surfaced gaps in communications and needed resources at all levels of government. MCOE, school districts, and staff worked diligently to respond appropriately and timely to each challenge the pandemic surfaced. Monterey County successfully expanded internet connectivity due to the
F9
Distinct differences of EMS services exist between NCFPD (EMTs) and MCRFD (Paramedics).
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
efforts of MCOE, industry partners, grant institutions, the Digital Task Force, and school district investment in technology. AGREE X PARTIALLY AGREE DISAGREE The SUHSD Board partially agrees with this finding. MCOE worked with many partner agencies, granting institutions, vendors, technology experts, district superintendents, and elected officials to expand the internet connectivity for students in need. However, Monterey County continues to have issues with equitable access to affordable internet. MCOE and school districts created temporary solutions but a long-term solution is needed to ens...
F10
Though National Fire Standards recommend four firefighters per engine, NCFPD only staffs two and MCRFD three.
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
provide services and support, including the MCOE, Monterey County Behavioral Health, the Monterey County Health Department, internet partners, school districts, support providers, and community groups. X AGREE _ PARTIALLY AGREE DISAGREE The SUHSD Board agrees with this finding. The increased collaboration and coordination among agencies allows for more efficient response and better coordination of services and support. Administrators, teachers, parents, and students are all extremely concerned
F11.
about students' social-emotional issues arising from COVID-19. X AGREE PARTIALLY AGREE DISAGRE...
F11
Consolidation could be supported if all stakeholders are actively involved in the planning process.
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
about students' social-emotional issues arising from COVID-19. X AGREE PARTIALLY AGREE DISAGREE
The SUHSD Board agrees with this finding. According to the American Psychological Association, 71 percent of parents across the nation are reporting that the pandemic has taken a toll on their child's mental health. School officials are reporting that they are seeing more behavioral challenges, as well as social and emotional health concerns this year than in years past. Administrators, teachers, parents, and students are concerned about the
F12.
learning loss that took place during the 2020-2021...
F12
In consolidation, economies of scale (grant-writing, administrative costs, shared revenue, human resources) could benefit both districts. 27
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
learning loss that took place during the 2020-2021 school year. There is an urgent need for mitigation of such a loss. X AGREE PARTIALLY AGREE DISAGREE The SUHSD Board agrees that administrators, teachers, parents, and students are concerned about the learning loss that took place during the 2020-2021 school year and that there is an urgent need for additional support for students who fell behind academically. There is the potential for significant fiscal disruption with the continuing loss
F13.
of ADA and the end of additional federal funding occurring at the same time. X AGREE ___ PARTIALL...
F13
There is the potential for significant fiscal disruption with the continuing loss of ADA and the end of additional federal funding occurring at the same time.
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
of ADA and the end of additional federal funding occurring at the same time. X AGREE ___ PARTIALLY AGREE DISAGREE The SUHSD Board agrees with this finding. California and Monterey County are experiencing declining enrollment and increased absenteeism in many districts due to the pandemic. With federal COVID relief funds ending, school districts will need to take appropriate action to maintain fiscal solvency as funding declines due to reduced ADA. Recommendations School districts maintain a minimum level of one behavioral support staff
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San Antonio Union School District Response to Excellence in Action: Monterey County's Educational Re
June 03, 2022
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F1
Property values and tax allocations disproportionately underfund fire districts throughout Monterey County.
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
The School District Board of Trustees agree with this finding. School district, charter school, and county office of education personnel throughout Monterey County made extraordinary efforts to meet the needs of our students and families during the most difficult and challenging times. While all public schools have approved Comprehensive School Safety Plans (CSSP) and are typically well prepared for emergency response, this global pandemic brought many unexpected challenges that required school personnel to be flexible and nimble. We are proud of and thankful for their professionalism and will...
R1
NCFPD and MCRFD hire an outside qualified consultant by December 31, 2022, to study the feasibility of consolidating the two districts.
Response: Implemented
Score: 0
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member at each school site until the end of the 2025-2026 school year. X HAS BEEN IMPLEMENTED HAS NOT BEEN IMPLEMENTED BUT WILL BE IMPLEMENTED IN THE <b>FUTURE</b> REQUIRES FURTHER ANALYSIS WILL NOT BE IMPLEMENTED
. . Response: The School District Board of Trustees agrees with the need to have a minimum of one behavioral support staff member at each site. Each school will need to analyze the needs of their students and behavioral support may look different at each school depending upon available resources. For example, some schools will have Wellness Center staff available on a full-time b...
R2
School districts maintain learning loss mitigation programs and extended learning opportunities until the end of the 2025-2026 school year.
Response: Unknown
Score: 0
Learning loss mitigation is occurring through the implementation of comprehensive MTSS models and a focus on universal supports for all students. This support will include diagnostic and formative assessments to address disparities in performance outcomes and allow schools to create a plan for learning acceleration. Learning acceleration will be embedded in all instructional decisions for students and will be aligned to school and district goals formalized in the LCAP. Schools will continue to prioritize high-priority academic standards and provide strategic interventions to support accelerati...
R3
MCOE should continue to closely monitor district LCAPs and budgets for the impacts of ADA loss and the end of emergency federal funding.
Response: Unknown
Score: 0
Learning loss mitigation is occurring through the implementation of comprehensive MTSS models and a focus on universal supports for all students. This support will include diagnostic and formative assessments to address disparities in performance outcomes and allow schools to create a plan for learning acceleration. Learning acceleration will be embedded in all instructional decisions for students and will be aligned to school and district goals formalized in the LCAP. Schools will continue to prioritize high-priority academic standards and provide strategic interventions to support accelerati...
F5
Voters in NCFPD had to enact a special assessment fee in 2021 to avert layoffs and station closures.
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
The School District Board of Trustees agree that administrators, teachers, and information technology staff in Monterey County are to be commended for making great strides in providing remote learning devices and solving internet access problems during the COVID-19 pandemic. Schools utilized innovative solutions to solve the digital divide problems and are continuing to work toward long term solutions that hopefully in the future will close the digital divide. Despite a lack of preparedness at many levels of government, MCOE, school
F8.
districts, and staff responded to the impact of the pan...
F8
Automatic and mutual aid agreements alone are not sufficient to resolve fire coverage issues in the two districts.
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
The School District Board of Trustees agree with this finding. The global pandemic surfaced gaps in communications and needed resources at all levels of government. MCOE, school districts, and staff worked diligently to respond appropriately and timely to each challenge the pandemic surfaced. Monterey County successfully expanded internet connectivity due to the
F9.
efforts of MCOE, industry partners, grant institutions, the Digital Task Force, and school district investment in technology. <u>X</u> AGREE PARTIALLY AGREE DISAGREE Response: The School District Board of Trustees agrees with thi...
F9
Distinct differences of EMS services exist between NCFPD (EMTs) and MCRFD (Paramedics).
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
The School District Board of Trustees agrees with this finding. MCOE worked with many partner agencies, granting institutions, vendors, technology experts, district superintendents, and elected officials to expand the internet connectivity for students in need. The School District is thankful for the collective efforts of all Digital Divide Task Force participants for their willingness to work together to identify solutions to the digital divide. F10. There is increased collaboration and coordination among agencies that provide services and support, including the MCOE, Monterey County Behavior...
F10
Though National Fire Standards recommend four firefighters per engine, NCFPD only staffs two and MCRFD three.
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
The School District Board of Trustees agrees with this finding. The increased collaboration and coordination among agencies allows for more efficient response and better coordination of services and support. F11. Administrators, teachers, parents, and students are all extremely concerned about students' social-emotional issues arising from COVID-19. X AGREE PARTIALLY AGREE DISAGREE Response:
E 11 4 The School District Board of Trustees agrees with this finding. According to the American Psychological Association, 71 percent of parents across the nation are reporting that the pandemic has take...
F11
Consolidation could be supported if all stakeholders are actively involved in the planning process.
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
E 11 4 The School District Board of Trustees agrees with this finding. According to the American Psychological Association, 71 percent of parents across the nation are reporting that the pandemic has taken a toll on their child's mental health. School officials are reporting that they are seeing more behavioral challenges, as well as social and emotional health concerns this year than in years past.
F12.
Administrators, teachers, parents, and students are concerned about the learning loss that took place during the 2020-2021 school year. There is an urgent need for mitigation of such a loss....
F12
In consolidation, economies of scale (grant-writing, administrative costs, shared revenue, human resources) could benefit both districts. 27
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
The School District Board of Trustees agree that administrators, teachers, parents, and students are concerned about the learning loss that took place during the 2020-2021 school year and that there is an urgent need for additional support for students who fell behind academically. There is the potential for significant fiscal disruption with the continuing loss
F13.
of ADA and the end of additional federal funding occurring at the same time. X AGREE PARTIALLY AGREE DISAGREE Response: The School District Board of Trustees agrees with this finding. California and Monterey County are experienc...
F13
There is the potential for significant fiscal disruption with the continuing loss of ADA and the end of additional federal funding occurring at the same time.
Response: Agree
Score: +1
The School District Board of Trustees agrees with this finding. California and Monterey County are experiencing declining enrollment and increased absenteeism in many districts due to the pandemic. With federal COVID relief funds ending, school districts will need to take appropriate action to maintain fiscal solvency as funding declines due to reduced ADA. Recommendations School districts maintain a minimum level of one behavioral support staff
R1.
member at each school site until the end of the 2025-2026 school year. X HAS BEEN IMPLEMENTED HAS NOT BEEN IMPLEMENTED BUT WILL BE IMPLEMENTED I...
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San Ardo Union School District Response to Excellence in Action: Monterey County's Educational Respo
June 15, 2022
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F1
Property values and tax allocations disproportionately underfund fire districts throughout Monterey County.
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
The School District Board of Trustees agree with this finding. School district, charter school, and county office of education personnel throughout Monterey County made extraordinary efforts to meet the needs of our students and families during the most difficult and challenging times. While all public schools have approved Comprehensive School Safety Plans (CSSP) and are typically well prepared for emergency response, this global pandemic brought many unexpected challenges that required school personnel to be flexible and nimble. We are proud of and thankful for their professionalism and will...
R1
NCFPD and MCRFD hire an outside qualified consultant by December 31, 2022, to study the feasibility of consolidating the two districts.
Response: Implemented
Score: 0
The School District Board of Trustees agrees with the need to have a minimum of one behavioral support staff member at each site. Unfortunately, due to the size and rural location of the District this is not possible. A District with a population of under 100 students does not have the resources to be able to hire a behavioral support staff member full time. Instead, the District contracts with Monterey County Behavioral Health (MCBH) for a social worker III to come once a week to work with students. The District has also started the implementation of multi-tiered systems of supports (MTSS). T...
R2
School districts maintain learning loss mitigation programs and extended learning opportunities until the end of the 2025-2026 school year.
Response: Unknown
Score: 0
Learning loss mitigation is occurring through the implementation of comprehensive MTSS models and a focus on universal supports for all students. This support will include diagnostic and formative assessments to address disparities in performance outcomes and allow schools to create a plan for learning acceleration. Learning acceleration will be embedded in all instructional decisions for students and will be aligned to school and district goals formalized in the LCAP. Schools will continue to prioritize high-priority academic standards and provide strategic interventions to support accelerati...
R3
MCOE should continue to closely monitor district LCAPs and budgets for the impacts of ADA loss and the end of emergency federal funding.
Response: Unknown
Score: 0
Learning loss mitigation is occurring through the implementation of comprehensive MTSS models and a focus on universal supports for all students. This support will include diagnostic and formative assessments to address disparities in performance outcomes and allow schools to create a plan for learning acceleration. Learning acceleration will be embedded in all instructional decisions for students and will be aligned to school and district goals formalized in the LCAP. Schools will continue to prioritize high-priority academic standards and provide strategic interventions to support accelerati...
F5
Voters in NCFPD had to enact a special assessment fee in 2021 to avert layoffs and station closures.
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
The School District Board of Trustees agree that administrators, teachers, and information technology staff in Monterey County are to be commended for making great strides in providing remote learning devices and solving internet access problems during the COVID-19 pandemic. Schools utilized innovative solutions to solve the digital divide problems and are continuing to work toward long term solutions that hopefully in the future will close the digital divide. Despite a lack of preparedness at many levels of government, MCOE, school
F8.
districts, and staff responded to the impact of the pan...
F8
Automatic and mutual aid agreements alone are not sufficient to resolve fire coverage issues in the two districts.
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
The School District Board of Trustees agree with this finding. The global pandemic surfaced gaps in communications and needed resources at all levels of government. MCOE, school districts, and staff worked diligently to respond appropriately and timely to each challenge the pandemic surfaced. Monterey County successfully expanded internet connectivity due to the
F9.
efforts of MCOE, industry partners, grant institutions, the Digital Task Force, and school district investment in technology. X AGREE PARTIALLY AGREE DISAGREE Response: The School District Board of Trustees agrees with this findi...
F9
Distinct differences of EMS services exist between NCFPD (EMTs) and MCRFD (Paramedics).
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
The School District Board of Trustees agrees with this finding. MCOE worked with many partner agencies, granting institutions, vendors, technology experts, district superintendents, and elected officials to expand the internet connectivity for students in need. School District is thankful for the collective efforts of all Digital Divide Task Force participants for their willingness to work together to identify solutions to the digital divide. There is increased collaboration and coordination among agencies that
F10.
provide services and support, including the MCOE, Monterey County Behavioral...
F10
Though National Fire Standards recommend four firefighters per engine, NCFPD only staffs two and MCRFD three.
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
The School District Board of Trustees agrees with this finding. The increased collaboration and coordination among agencies allows for more efficient response and better coordination of services and support. F11. Administrators, teachers, parents, and students are all extremely concerned about students' social-emotional issues arising from COVID-19. X AGREE PARTIALLY AGREE DISAGREE Response:
The School District Board of Trustees agrees with this finding. According to the American Psychological Association, 71 percent of parents across the nation are reporting that the pandemic has taken a tol...
F11
Consolidation could be supported if all stakeholders are actively involved in the planning process.
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
The School District Board of Trustees agrees with this finding. According to the American Psychological Association, 71 percent of parents across the nation are reporting that the pandemic has taken a toll on their child's mental health. School officials are reporting that they are seeing more behavioral challenges, as well as social and emotional health concerns this year than in years past. Administrators, teachers, parents, and students are concerned about the
F12.
learning loss that took place during the 2020-2021 school year. There is an urgent need for mitigation of such a loss. X AGRE...
F12
In consolidation, economies of scale (grant-writing, administrative costs, shared revenue, human resources) could benefit both districts. 27
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
The School District Board of Trustees agree that administrators, teachers, parents, and students are concerned about the learning loss that took place during the 2020-2021 school year and that there is an urgent need for additional support for students who fell behind academically. There is the potential for significant fiscal disruption with the continuing loss
F13.
of ADA and the end of additional federal funding occurring at the same time. X AGREE PARTIALLY AGREE DISAGREE Response: The School District Board of Trustees agrees with this finding. California and Monterey County are experienc...
F13
There is the potential for significant fiscal disruption with the continuing loss of ADA and the end of additional federal funding occurring at the same time.
Response: Agree
Score: +1
The School District Board of Trustees agrees with this finding. California and Monterey County are experiencing declining enrollment and increased absenteeism in many districts due to the pandemic. With federal COVID relief funds ending, school districts will need to take appropriate action to maintain fiscal solvency as funding declines due to reduced ADA. Recommendations School districts maintain a minimum level of one behavioral support staff
R1.
member at each school site until the end of the 2025-2026 school year. HAS BEEN IMPLEMENTED HAS NOT BEEN IMPLEMENTED BUT WILL BE IMPLEMENTED IN ...
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San Lucas Union School District Response to Excellence in Action: Monterey County's Educational Resp
July 14, 2022
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F1
Property values and tax allocations disproportionately underfund fire districts throughout Monterey County.
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
The San Lucas USD Superintendent and Governing Board agree with this finding. School district personnel made extraordinary efforts to meet the needs of our students and families during the most difficult and challenging times. While all public schools have approved Comprehensive School Safety Plans (CSSP) and are typically well prepared for emergency response, this global pandemic brought many unexpected challenges that required school personnel to be flexible and nimble. We are proud of and thankful for their professionalism and willingness to step up and do what needed to be done to continue...
R1
NCFPD and MCRFD hire an outside qualified consultant by December 31, 2022, to study the feasibility of consolidating the two districts.
Response: Implemented
Score: 0
The San Lucas USD Superintendent and Governing Board agree with the need to have a minimum of one behavioral support staff member at each site. Due to the small district budget and rural location, San Lucas USD cannot afford a full time behavioral support staff member. However, San Lucas USD will ensure that behavioral support staff are made available to students as much as is fiscally allowable school, eg: weekly therapist, schoolwide PBIS, and weekly school counselor.
Further, Monterey County is fortunate to have a nationally recognized model for behavioral and mental health support. MCOE's...
R2
School districts maintain learning loss mitigation programs and extended learning opportunities until the end of the 2025-2026 school year.
Response: Unknown
Score: 0
Learning loss mitigation is occurring through intervention and a focus on universal supports for all students. This support will include diagnostic and formative assessments to address disparities in performance outcomes and allow schools to create a plan for learning acceleration. Learning acceleration will be embedded in all instructional decisions for students and will be aligned to school mission and district goals as formalized in the LCAP. Schools will continue to prioritize high-priority academic standards and provide strategic interventions to support acceleration and vertical alignmen...
F5
Voters in NCFPD had to enact a special assessment fee in 2021 to avert layoffs and station closures.
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
The San Lucas USD Superintendent and Governing Board agree that administrators, teachers, and information technology staff in Monterey County are to be commended for making great strides in providing remote learning devices and solving internet access problems during the COVID-19 pandemic. With MCOE's support, San Lucas USD utilized innovative solutions to solve the digital divide problems and are continuing to work toward long term solutions that hopefully in the future will close the digital divide. Despite a lack of preparedness at many levels of government, MCOE, school districts,
F8.
an...
F8
Automatic and mutual aid agreements alone are not sufficient to resolve fire coverage issues in the two districts.
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
The San Lucas USD Superintendent and Governing Board agree with this finding. The global pandemic surfaced gaps in communications and needed resources at all levels of government. San Lucas USD staff worked diligently to respond appropriately and timely to each challenge the pandemic surfaced. Monterey County successfully expanded internet connectivity due to the efforts of
F9.
MCOE, industry partners, grant institutions, the Digital Task Force, and school district investment in technology. X AGREE PARTIALLY AGREE DISAGREE Response: The San Lucas USD Superintendent and Governing Board agrees...
F9
Distinct differences of EMS services exist between NCFPD (EMTs) and MCRFD (Paramedics).
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
The San Lucas USD Superintendent and Governing Board agrees with this finding. The San Lucas USD participated with MCOE and the many partner agencies, granting institutions, vendors, technology experts, district superintendents, and elected officials to expand the internet connectivity for students in need. San Lucas USD is thankful for the collective efforts of all Digital Divide Task Force participants for their willingness to work together to identify solutions to the digital divide. There is increased collaboration and coordination among agencies that provide services
F10.
and support, i...
F10
Though National Fire Standards recommend four firefighters per engine, NCFPD only staffs two and MCRFD three.
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
The San Lucas USD Superintendent and Governing Board agrees with this finding. The increased collaboration and coordination among agencies allows for more efficient response and better coordination of services and support. Administrators, teachers, parents, and students are all extremely concerned about
F11.
students' social-emotional issues arising from COVID-19. _X_ AGREE PARTIALLY AGREE DISAGREE Response: The San Lucas USD Superintendent and Governing Board agrees with this finding. According to the American Psychological Association, 71 percent of parents across the nation are reporting ...
F11
Consolidation could be supported if all stakeholders are actively involved in the planning process.
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
The San Lucas USD Superintendent and Governing Board agrees with this finding. According to the American Psychological Association, 71 percent of parents across the nation are reporting that the pandemic has taken a toll on their child's mental health. San Lucas USD has seen more behavioral challenges, as well as social and emotional health concerns this year than in years past.
Administrators, teachers, parents, and students are concerned about the learning loss that
F12.
took place during the 2020-2021 school year. There is an urgent need for mitigation of such a loss. _X_ AGREE PARTIALLY...
F12
In consolidation, economies of scale (grant-writing, administrative costs, shared revenue, human resources) could benefit both districts. 27
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
The San Lucas USD Superintendent and Governing Board agree that administrators, teachers, parents, and students are concerned about the learning loss that took place during the 2020-2021 school year and that there is an urgent need for additional support for students who fell behind academically. There is the potential for significant fiscal disruption with the continuing loss of ADA
F13.
and the end of additional federal funding occurring at the same time. _X_ AGREE PARTIALLY AGREE DISAGREE Response: The San Lucas USD Superintendent and Governing Board agrees with this finding. California a...
F13
There is the potential for significant fiscal disruption with the continuing loss of ADA and the end of additional federal funding occurring at the same time.
Response: Agree
Score: +1
The San Lucas USD Superintendent and Governing Board agrees with this finding. California and Monterey County are experiencing declining enrollment and increased absenteeism in many districts due to the pandemic. With federal COVID relief funds ending, San Lucas USD will need to take appropriate action to maintain fiscal solvency as funding declines due to reduced ADA. Recommendations School districts maintain a minimum level of one behavioral support staff member at
R1.
each school site until the end of the 2025-2026 school year. HAS BEEN IMPLEMENTED HAS NOT BEEN IMPLEMENTED BUT WILL BE IMP...
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Santa Rita Union School District Response to Excellence in Action: Monterey County's Educational Res
June 22, 2022
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F1
Property values and tax allocations disproportionately underfund fire districts throughout Monterey County.
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
The Santa Rita Union School District Board of Trustees agree with this finding. School district, charter school, and county office of education personnel throughout Monterey County made extraordinary efforts to meet the needs of our students and families during the most difficult and challenging times. While all public schools have approved Comprehensive School Safety Plans (CSSP) and are typically well prepared for emergency response, this global pandemic brought many unexpected challenges that required school personnel to be flexible and nimble. We are proud of and thankful for their profess...
R1
NCFPD and MCRFD hire an outside qualified consultant by December 31, 2022, to study the feasibility of consolidating the two districts.
Response: Implemented
Score: 0
The Santa Rita Union School District Board of Trustees agrees with the need to have a minimum of one behavioral support staff member at each site. Each school will need to analyze the needs of their students and behavioral support may look different at each school depending
upon available resources. For example, some schools will have Wellness Center staff available on a full-time basis, while others may have a school counselor, teacher on special assignment, a Behavioral Health clinician, a Positive Behavior Intervention and Support (PBIS) coordinator, trained behaviorist, or an administrato...
R2
School districts maintain learning loss mitigation programs and extended learning opportunities until the end of the 2025-2026 school year.
Response: Unknown
Score: 0
Learning loss mitigation is occurring through the implementation of comprehensive MTSS models and a focus on universal supports for all students. This support will include diagnostic and formative assessments to address disparities in performance outcomes and allow schools to create a plan for learning acceleration. Learning acceleration will be embedded in all instructional decisions for students and will be aligned to school and district goals formalized in the LCAP. Schools will continue to prioritize high-priority academic standards and provide strategic interventions to support accelerati...
R3
MCOE should continue to closely monitor district LCAPs and budgets for the impacts of ADA loss and the end of emergency federal funding.
Response: Unknown
Score: 0
Learning loss mitigation is occurring through the implementation of comprehensive MTSS models and a focus on universal supports for all students. This support will include diagnostic and formative assessments to address disparities in performance outcomes and allow schools to create a plan for learning acceleration. Learning acceleration will be embedded in all instructional decisions for students and will be aligned to school and district goals formalized in the LCAP. Schools will continue to prioritize high-priority academic standards and provide strategic interventions to support accelerati...
F5
Voters in NCFPD had to enact a special assessment fee in 2021 to avert layoffs and station closures.
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
The Santa Rita Union School District Board of Trustees agree that administrators, teachers, and information technology staff in Monterey County are to be commended for making great strides in providing remote learning devices and solving internet access problems during the COVID-19 pandemic. Schools utilized innovative solutions to solve the digital divide problems and are continuing to work toward long term solutions that hopefully in the future will close the digital divide. Despite a lack of preparedness at many levels of government, MCOE, school
F8.
districts, and staff responded to the ...
F8
Automatic and mutual aid agreements alone are not sufficient to resolve fire coverage issues in the two districts.
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
The Santa Rita Union School District Board of Trustees agree with this finding. The global pandemic surfaced gaps in communications and needed resources at all levels of government. MCOE, school districts, and staff worked diligently to respond appropriately and timely to each challenge the pandemic surfaced. Monterey County successfully expanded internet connectivity due to the
F9.
efforts of MCOE, industry partners, grant institutions, the Digital Task Force, and school district investment in technology. <u>X</u> AGREE PARTIALLY AGREE DISAGREE Response: The Santa Rita Union School District...
F9
Distinct differences of EMS services exist between NCFPD (EMTs) and MCRFD (Paramedics).
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
The Santa Rita Union School District Board of Trustees agrees with this finding. MCOE worked with many partner agencies, granting institutions, vendors, technology experts, district superintendents, and elected officials to expand the internet connectivity for students in need. Santa Rita Union School District is thankful for the collective efforts of all Digital Divide Task Force participants for their willingness to work together to identify solutions to the digital divide. There is increased collaboration and coordination among agencies that
F10.
provide services and support, including th...
F10
Though National Fire Standards recommend four firefighters per engine, NCFPD only staffs two and MCRFD three.
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
The Santa Rita Union School District Board of Trustees agrees with this finding. The increased collaboration and coordination among agencies allows for more efficient response and better coordination of services and support. Administrators, teachers, parents, and students are all extremely concerned
F11.
about students' social-emotional issues arising from COVID-19. X AGREE PARTIALLY AGREE DISAGREE Response: The Santa Rita Union School District Board of Trustees agrees with this finding. According to the American Psychological Association, 71 percent of parents across the nation are reportin...
F11
Consolidation could be supported if all stakeholders are actively involved in the planning process.
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
The Santa Rita Union School District Board of Trustees agrees with this finding. According to the American Psychological Association, 71 percent of parents across the nation are reporting that the pandemic has taken a toll on their child's mental health. School officials are
reporting that they are seeing more behavioral challenges, as well as social and emotional health concerns this year than in years past. F12. Administrators, teachers, parents, and students are concerned about the learning loss that took place during the 2020-2021 school year. There is an urgent need for mitigation of suc...
F12
In consolidation, economies of scale (grant-writing, administrative costs, shared revenue, human resources) could benefit both districts. 27
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
The Santa Rita Union School District Board of Trustees agree that administrators, teachers, parents, and students are concerned about the learning loss that took place during the 2020-2021 school year and that there is an urgent need for additional support for students who fell behind academically. There is the potential for significant fiscal disruption with the continuing loss
F13.
of ADA and the end of additional federal funding occurring at the same time. X AGREE PARTIALLY AGREE DISAGREE Response: The Santa Rita Union School District Board of Trustees agrees with this finding. California...
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There is the potential for significant fiscal disruption with the continuing loss of ADA and the end of additional federal funding occurring at the same time.
Response: Agree
Score: +1
The Santa Rita Union School District Board of Trustees agrees with this finding. California and Monterey County are experiencing declining enrollment and increased absenteeism in many districts due to the pandemic. With federal COVID relief funds ending, school districts will need to take appropriate action to maintain fiscal solvency as funding declines due to reduced ADA. Recommendations School districts maintain a minimum level of one behavioral support staff
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member at each school site until the end of the 2025-2026 school year. X HAS BEEN IMPLEMENTED HAS NOT BEEN IMPLEMENTED BUT WILL...
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F1
Property values and tax allocations disproportionately underfund fire districts throughout Monterey County.
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
We agree with this finding. Soledad Unified School District employee team members did an extraordinary job meeting the needs of students, parents and families as well as their own colleagues during the pandemic. The pandemic created unprecedented challenges to providing academic instruction and mental health services to students. Our team members stepped up and worked diligently to meet the needs of students and families. Administrators, teachers and information technology staff in Monterey County are to be com-
F5.
mended for making great strides in providing remote learning devices and sol...
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NCFPD and MCRFD hire an outside qualified consultant by December 31, 2022, to study the feasibility of consolidating the two districts.
Response: Implemented
Score: 0
The Soledad Unified School District school sites were closed effective March 16, 2020. By Friday, March 20, an instructional packet program was implemented with materials available for student checkout at each school site. Students in grades 7-12 had devices and were able to access online resources from teachers immediately. By April, devices were distributed to students in grades K-6. Beginning March 16, 2020, daily grab and go meals were being distributed from school sites to students and parents.
Monterey County successfully expanded internet connectivity due to the efforts of MCOE, in-
F...
F2
NCFPD tax revenue was drastically reduced when Duke Energy sold the decommissioned Moss Landing Power Plant.
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
nities until the end of the 2025-206 school year. X AGREE PARTIALLY AGREE DISAGREE Response: The Soledad USD offers several intervention programs for students. This includes iReady learning. Students who assess on iReady are able to access virtual learning and intervention at school and at home based on their assessed needs. The district offers in-person and virtual tutoring services through Varsity Tutors and the Soledad Interact Club. The district offers an after school program to over 450 students in grades K-6 extending the school day. These services are funded through the LCAP, other stat...
R2
School districts maintain learning loss mitigation programs and extended learning opportunities until the end of the 2025-2026 school year.
Response: Unknown
Score: 0
The Soledad USD offers several intervention programs for students. This includes iReady learning. Students who assess on iReady are able to access virtual learning and intervention at school and at home based on their assessed needs. The district offers in-person and virtual tutoring services through Varsity Tutors and the Soledad Interact Club. The district offers an after school program to over 450 students in grades K-6 extending the school day. These services are funded through the LCAP, other state funding and federal Title 1 programs and thus are sustainable through the 2025-2026 school ...
F5
Voters in NCFPD had to enact a special assessment fee in 2021 to avert layoffs and station closures.
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
The Soledad Unified School District provided 1 to 1 devices, a device for every student during the pandemic. Additionally, over 1,000 hotspots free of charge were distributed to students and families who needed them in order to access online learning. The Soledad Unified School District partnered with the City of Soledad and Spectrum to provide no-cost internet access for families in homes with Wi-Fi links. Despite a lack of preparedness at many levels of government, MCOE, school districts and staff
F8.
responded to the impact of the pandemic in a timely manner. X AGREE PARTIALLY AGREE DISAG...
F8
Automatic and mutual aid agreements alone are not sufficient to resolve fire coverage issues in the two districts.
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
The Soledad Unified School District school sites were closed effective March 16, 2020. By Friday, March 20, an instructional packet program was implemented with materials available for student checkout at each school site. Students in grades 7-12 had devices and were able to access online resources from teachers immediately. By April, devices were distributed to students in grades K-6. Beginning March 16, 2020, daily grab and go meals were being distributed from school sites to students and parents.
Monterey County successfully expanded internet connectivity due to the efforts of MCOE, in-
F...
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The CAO clarify the authority and responsibilities of the Health Department and Health Officer under State Law in responding to medical disaster or infectious disease outbreaks and memorialize them in emergency response plans by Dec. 31, 2022.
Response: Implemented
Score: 0
responded to the impact of the pandemic in a timely manner. X AGREE PARTIALLY AGREE DISAGREE Response: The Soledad Unified School District school sites were closed effective March 16, 2020. By Friday, March 20, an instructional packet program was implemented with materials available for student checkout at each school site. Students in grades 7-12 had devices and were able to access online resources from teachers immediately. By April, devices were distributed to students in grades K-6. Beginning March 16, 2020, daily grab and go meals were being distributed from school sites to students and p...
F9
Distinct differences of EMS services exist between NCFPD (EMTs) and MCRFD (Paramedics).
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
The Soledad Unified School District worked to provide students with internet access at home. Over 1,000 hotspots were distributed to district families during the course of the pandemic. Our District also partnered with the City of Soledad to provide parents with information and support to enroll into a no-cost at home Wi- Fi service through Spectrum. The District also offered community Wi-Fi at two school sites. There is increased collaboration and coordination among agencies that provide services and
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support including MCOE, Monterey County Behavioral Health, the Monterey County Health ...
F10
Though National Fire Standards recommend four firefighters per engine, NCFPD only staffs two and MCRFD three.
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
The Soledad USD partnered with several agencies to meet the needs of students and families during the pandemic. The District provided space at Soledad High School for the Monterey County Health Department to establish a drive-through COVID testing station. The District partnered with the Soledad Health Care District to provide over a dozen vaccination clinics at which hundreds of employees and students were vaccinated. The District provided space for the Monterey County Health Department, in partnership with UC Berkeley, the Visiting Nurses Association and the Soledad Community Health Care Dis...
F11
Consolidation could be supported if all stakeholders are actively involved in the planning process.
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
During the 2021-22 school year, the district experienced an increase in student behavior issues including bullying. Administrators, employees and parents expressed their concerns and the need for more student support. Concerns were heard in town halls as well as surveys administered to employees, students and parents The
district augmented existing mental health services during the 2020-2021 school year with additional hours and services from the Monterey County Behavioral Health department, Harmony at Home and the Mindful Life Project. The 2022-23 LCAP includes continuance of these services ...
F12
In consolidation, economies of scale (grant-writing, administrative costs, shared revenue, human resources) could benefit both districts. 27
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
The Soledad USD conducted pandemic-related town halls for students and employees during the 2021-22 school year. Participants expressed their concerns about academic learning as well as health-related issues. The district conducted surveys related to access to technology and other topics to help it define needed services. The development of the 2022-23 LCAP included surveys of parents, students and employees as well as numerous focus groups. The outcome of these information gathering methods was an LCAP which addresses learning loss and academic interventions for students. There is the potenti...
F13
There is the potential for significant fiscal disruption with the continuing loss of ADA and the end of additional federal funding occurring at the same time.
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
The Soledad USD experienced a slight decline in enrollment and a significant drop in ADA due to the impact of the pandemic during the 2021-2022 school year. Despite the approval by the state of a three-year averaging of ADA, the district will face a decline in ADA generated revenue for the 2022-23 school year and future years. The district has expended most of the federal funding received on learning loss mitigation, student mental health services and health supplies and services. School Districts maintain a minimum level of one behavioral support staff member at each
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South Monterey County Joint Union High School District Response to Excellence in Action: Monterey Co
August 09, 2022
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Score: +7
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F5
Voters in NCFPD had to enact a special assessment fee in 2021 to avert layoffs and station closures.
Response: Agree
Score: +1
The District agrees with the finding F5: The District agrees with the finding F8: The District agrees with the finding F9: The District agrees with the finding F10: The District agrees with the finding F11: The District agrees with the finding F12: The District agrees with the finding F13: The District agrees with the finding R1: The District implemented this recommendation.
F8
Automatic and mutual aid agreements alone are not sufficient to resolve fire coverage issues in the two districts.
Response: Agree
Score: +1
The District agrees with the finding F5: The District agrees with the finding F8: The District agrees with the finding F9: The District agrees with the finding F10: The District agrees with the finding F11: The District agrees with the finding F12: The District agrees with the finding F13: The District agrees with the finding R1: The District implemented this recommendation.
F9
Distinct differences of EMS services exist between NCFPD (EMTs) and MCRFD (Paramedics).
Response: Agree
Score: +1
The District agrees with the finding F5: The District agrees with the finding F8: The District agrees with the finding F9: The District agrees with the finding F10: The District agrees with the finding F11: The District agrees with the finding F12: The District agrees with the finding F13: The District agrees with the finding R1: The District implemented this recommendation.
F10
Though National Fire Standards recommend four firefighters per engine, NCFPD only staffs two and MCRFD three.
Response: Agree
Score: +1
The District agrees with the finding F5: The District agrees with the finding F8: The District agrees with the finding F9: The District agrees with the finding F10: The District agrees with the finding F11: The District agrees with the finding F12: The District agrees with the finding F13: The District agrees with the finding R1: The District implemented this recommendation.
F11
Consolidation could be supported if all stakeholders are actively involved in the planning process.
Response: Agree
Score: +1
The District agrees with the finding F5: The District agrees with the finding F8: The District agrees with the finding F9: The District agrees with the finding F10: The District agrees with the finding F11: The District agrees with the finding F12: The District agrees with the finding F13: The District agrees with the finding R1: The District implemented this recommendation.
F12
In consolidation, economies of scale (grant-writing, administrative costs, shared revenue, human resources) could benefit both districts. 27
Response: Agree
Score: +1
The District agrees with the finding F5: The District agrees with the finding F8: The District agrees with the finding F9: The District agrees with the finding F10: The District agrees with the finding F11: The District agrees with the finding F12: The District agrees with the finding F13: The District agrees with the finding R1: The District implemented this recommendation.
F13
There is the potential for significant fiscal disruption with the continuing loss of ADA and the end of additional federal funding occurring at the same time.
Response: Agree
Score: +1
The District agrees with the finding F5: The District agrees with the finding F8: The District agrees with the finding F9: The District agrees with the finding F10: The District agrees with the finding F11: The District agrees with the finding F12: The District agrees with the finding F13: The District agrees with the finding R1: The District implemented this recommendation.
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Washington Union School District Response to Excellence in Action: Monterey County's Educational Res
June 13, 2022
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F1
Property values and tax allocations disproportionately underfund fire districts throughout Monterey County.
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
The Washington Union School District Board of Trustees agree with this finding. School district, charter school, and county office of education personnel throughout Monterey County made extraordinary efforts to meet the needs of our students and families during the most difficult and challenging times. While all public schools have approved Comprehensive School Safety Plans (CSSP) and are typically well prepared for emergency response, this global pandemic brought many unexpected challenges that required school personnel to be flexible and nimble. We are proud of and thankful for their profess...
R1
NCFPD and MCRFD hire an outside qualified consultant by December 31, 2022, to study the feasibility of consolidating the two districts.
Response: Implemented
Score: 0
The Washington Union School District Board of Trustees agrees with the need to have a minimum of one behavioral support staff member at each site. Each school will need to analyze the needs of their students and behavioral support may look different at each school depending upon available resources. For example, some schools will have Wellness Center staff available on a full-time basis, while others may have a school counselor, teacher on special assignment, a Behavioral Health clinician, a Positive Behavior Intervention and Support (PBIS) coordinator, trained behaviorist, or an administrator...
R2
School districts maintain learning loss mitigation programs and extended learning opportunities until the end of the 2025-2026 school year.
Response: Unknown
Score: 0
Learning loss mitigation is occurring through the implementation of comprehensive MTSS models and a focus on universal supports for all students. This support will include diagnostic and formative assessments to address disparities in performance outcomes and allow schools to create a plan for learning acceleration. Learning acceleration will be embedded in all instructional decisions for students and will be aligned to school and district goals formalized in the LCAP. Schools will continue to prioritize high-priority academic standards and provide strategic interventions to support accelerati...
R3
MCOE should continue to closely monitor district LCAPs and budgets for the impacts of ADA loss and the end of emergency federal funding.
Response: Unknown
Score: 0
Learning loss mitigation is occurring through the implementation of comprehensive MTSS models and a focus on universal supports for all students. This support will include diagnostic and formative assessments to address disparities in performance outcomes and allow schools to create a plan for learning acceleration. Learning acceleration will be embedded in all instructional decisions for students and will be aligned to school and district goals formalized in the LCAP. Schools will continue to prioritize high-priority academic standards and provide strategic interventions to support accelerati...
F5
Voters in NCFPD had to enact a special assessment fee in 2021 to avert layoffs and station closures.
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
The Washington Union School District Board of Trustees agree that administrators, teachers, and information technology staff in Monterey County are to be commended for making great strides in providing remote learning devices and solving internet access problems during the COVID-19 pandemic. Schools utilized innovative solutions to solve the digital divide problems and are continuing to work toward long term solutions that hopefully in the future will close the digital divide.
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Despite a lack of preparedness at many levels of government, MCOE, school districts, and staff responded to the ...
F8
Automatic and mutual aid agreements alone are not sufficient to resolve fire coverage issues in the two districts.
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
The Washington Union School District Board of Trustees agree with this finding. The global pandemic surfaced gaps in communications and needed resources at all levels of government. MCOE, school districts, and staff worked diligently to respond appropriately and timely to each challenge the pandemic surfaced.
F9.
Monterey County successfully expanded internet connectivity due to the efforts of MCOE, industry partners, grant institutions, the Digital Task Force, and school district investment in technology. X AGREE PARTIALLY AGREE DISAGREE Response: The Washington Union School District Board ...
F9
Distinct differences of EMS services exist between NCFPD (EMTs) and MCRFD (Paramedics).
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
The Washington Union School District Board of Trustees agrees with this finding. MCOE worked with many partner agencies, granting institutions, vendors, technology experts, district superintendents, and elected officials to expand the internet connectivity for students in need. Washington Union School District is thankful for the collective efforts of all Digital Divide Task Force participants for their willingness to work together to identify solutions to the digital divide. There is increased collaboration and coordination among agencies that
F10.
provide services and support, including th...
F10
Though National Fire Standards recommend four firefighters per engine, NCFPD only staffs two and MCRFD three.
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
The Washington Union School District Board of Trustees agrees with this finding. The increased collaboration and coordination among agencies allows for more efficient response and better coordination of services and support. Administrators, teachers, parents, and students are all extremely concerned
F11.
about students' social-emotional issues arising from COVID-19. X AGREE PARTIALLY AGREE DISAGREE
Response: The Washington Union School District Board of Trustees agrees with this finding. According to the American Psychological Association, 71 percent of parents across the nation are reporti...
F11
Consolidation could be supported if all stakeholders are actively involved in the planning process.
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
The Washington Union School District Board of Trustees agrees with this finding. According to the American Psychological Association, 71 percent of parents across the nation are reporting that the pandemic has taken a toll on their child's mental health. School officials are reporting that they are seeing more behavioral challenges, as well as social and emotional health concerns this year than in years past.
F12.
Administrators, teachers, parents, and students are concerned about the learning loss that took place during the 2020-2021 school year. There is an urgent need for mitigation of su...
F12
In consolidation, economies of scale (grant-writing, administrative costs, shared revenue, human resources) could benefit both districts. 27
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
The Washington Union School District Board of Trustees agree that administrators, teachers, parents, and students are concerned about the learning loss that took place during the 2020-2021 school year and that there is an urgent need for additional support for students who fell behind academically.
F13.
There is the potential for significant fiscal disruption with the continuing loss of ADA and the end of additional federal funding occurring at the same time. X AGREE <b>PARTIALLY AGREE</b> DISAGREE Response: The Washington Union School District Board of Trustees agrees with this finding. Cal...
F13
There is the potential for significant fiscal disruption with the continuing loss of ADA and the end of additional federal funding occurring at the same time.
Response: Agree
Score: +1
The Washington Union School District Board of Trustees agrees with this finding. California and Monterey County are experiencing declining enrollment and increased absenteeism in many districts due to the pandemic. With federal COVID relief funds ending, school districts will need to take appropriate action to maintain fiscal solvency as funding declines due to reduced ADA. <b>Recommendations</b>
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School districts maintain a minimum level of one behavioral support staff member at each school site until the end of the 2025-2026 school year. HAS BEEN IMPLEMENTED HAS NOT BEEN IMPLEMENTED BUT...
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