Review Agenda Item
Meeting Date: 8/11/2021 - 6:00 PM
Category: Business/Action Items
Type: Info
Subject: 18.5 Revision of BP and AR 6158 for Independent Study per the 2021-2022 Education Omnibus Trailer Bill
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:
AR 6158 Old version.pdf
BP 6158 Old version.pdf
BP 6158 IS rev 8-2-2021.pdf
AR 6158 IS rev 8-2-21.pdf
Summary: The 2021-2022 Education Omnibus Trailer Bill includes significant short term and long term changes to Independent Study. Required changes to the policy include a description of satisfactory progress, procedures for tiered reengagement for non-attending students, and a plan for when students want to transition into in-person instruction. The revisions reflect those recommended by the California School Boards Association (CSBA).
Funding:
Fiscal Impact
Recommendation: Documents will be brought back for approval on August 25, 2021.
Approvals:
Recommended By:
Signed By:
Jennifer Sachs - Chief, Educational Services
Signed By:
Samantha Allen - Director of Secondary Schools
Signed By:
Wendi Aghily - Chief, Pupil Services and Special Education
Signed By:
Dr. Adam Clark - Superintendent