Agenda Item
Meeting Date:
3/27/2024 - 6:00 PM  
Category:
Consent Agenda  
Type:
Action  
Subject:
14.12 Review and Potential Approval of the Golden State Pathways Program Grant (GSPP) in Collaboration with the Contract Costa County Office of Education  
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.
 
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Summary:
Review and Potential Approval of the Golden State Pathways Program Grant (GSPP) in collaboration with the Contract Costa County Office of Education. The purpose of the Golden State Pathways Program (GSPP) grant is to provide resources to school districts to promote pathways in high-wage, high-skill, high-growth areas, allowing students to advance seamlessly from high school to college and career so as to provide the workforce needed for economic growth. MDUSD proposed joining the Contra Costa County Office of Education's grant. This consortium grant will focus on developing and strengthening computer science pathways. Currently, MDUSD has two CTE Computer Science pathways, at Mt. Diablo High School and at Northgate High School and one non CTE Computer Science program at College Park High School. The term of this grant is April 2, 2024 - June 30, 2028. The Consortium will apply for up to $4 million which will be split between the members of the consortium. Currently 9 other school districts are part of the consortium. The consortium's focus will be on the following activities:, Industry Certifications, Early College Credit, Professional Development, Development of AI Curriculum, Regional student activities including CyberCamps, Hackathons, CS/ICT Week, and Technology & Equipment.  
Funding:
Golden State Pathways Program Grant (GSPP) in collaboration with the Contract Costa County Office of Education.  
Fiscal Impact:
Up to $444,000 depending on the grant award to Contra Costa County Office of Education  
Recommendation
Approve submission and acceptance if awarded of the Golden State Pathways Program Grant (GSPP) in collaboration with the Contract Costa County Office of Education  
Approvals:
Recommended By:
Signed By:
Stephanie Roberts - Director of Development
Signed By:  
Heather Fontanilla - Program Spec/Career Pathways/Linked Learning
Signed By:  
Samantha Allen - Director of Secondary Schools
Signed By:  
Elizabeth McClanahan - Director of Purchasing and Warehouse
Signed By:  
Nancy Chen - Chief Accountant
Signed By:  
Jennifer Sachs - Chief, Educational Services
Signed By:  
Dr. Adam Clark - Superintendent
 
Vote Results:

Original Motion
Member Debra Mason Moved, Member Linda Mayo seconded to approve the Original motion 'Approve submission and acceptance if awarded of the Golden State Pathways Program Grant (GSPP) in collaboration with the Contract Costa County Office of Education'. Upon a Roll-Call Vote being taken, the vote was: Aye: 5 Nay: 0.
The motion Carried 5 - 0
   
Debra Mason     Yes
Linda Mayo     Yes
Keisha Nzewi     Yes
Cherise Khaund     Yes
Erin McFerrin     Yes