Agenda Item
Meeting Date:
10/25/2023 - 6:00 PM  
Category:
Special Education and Student Services  
Type:
Action  
Subject:
15.22 Review and Potential Approval of Master Contract with Orion Academy for the 2023/24 School Year  
LCAP (Local Control Accountability Plan) Goal:
Goal 1:
All students will receive a high quality education in a safe and welcoming environment with equitable and high expectations, access to technology, and instruction in the California State Standards that prepare them for college and career.
 
Policy:
 
Enclosure:
 
File Attachment:
Orion - Insurance 2023-12-31.pdf
Orion - 2022-23 Master Contract - Final (1).pdf
 
Summary:
Orion Academy is a California certified non-public school located in Concord CA. The district has been unable to finalize and execute a master contract with Orion Academy for the 2023/24 school year. Per the advice of legal counsel, the district is requesting approval of the 2022/23 master contract under the provision of stay put to serve the MDUSD students that are currently enrolled in the program. Requested funds are to cover three student placements for the 2023/24 school year.  
Funding:
General Purpose/Special Education
Program Code 16600 Non-Public Schools
 
Fiscal Impact:
$145,497.60  
Recommendation
Move to approve the master contract with Orion Academy for the 2023/24 school year as presented.  
Approvals:
Recommended By:
Signed By:
Bryan Cassin - Special Education Administrator
Signed By:  
Wendi Aghily - Chief, Pupil Services and Special Education
Signed By:  
Elizabeth McClanahan - Director of Purchasing and Warehouse
Signed By:  
Dr. Adam Clark - Superintendent
 
Vote Results:

Original Motion
Member Cherise Khaund Moved, Member Linda Mayo seconded to approve the Original motion 'Move to approve the master contract with Orion Academy for the 2023/24 school year as presented.'. Upon a Roll-Call Vote being taken, the vote was: Aye: 5 Nay: 0.
The motion Carried 5 - 0
   
Linda Mayo     Yes
Debra Mason     Yes
Cherise Khaund     Yes
Keisha Nzewi     Yes
Erin McFerrin     Yes