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July 15th Board Connections
A Path to Reopening the 2020-21 School Year: Board Adopts Instructional Models
The Menifee Union School District Governing Board took action to open the 2020-21 school year with both Distance Learning Plus and Hybrid model options for the community.
The Board came to this conclusion after considering the information presented by the four Task Forces comprised of classified and certificated employees, parents, and site/district administrators who participated in a collaborative process to develop guidelines for each of the proposed instructional models. In addition, the Board heard comments from over 50 parents and stakeholders prior to making their final decision.
Details on how the Distance Learning and the Hybrid models will work will be provided in the days to come.
Adoption of Resolution Condemning Racism
With the adoption of Resolution No. 2021-02: Condemning Racism and Affirming the District’s Commitment to an Inclusive School Environment for All, the Board of Education set forth a noble vision that MUSD will be, “a sanctuary of safety in our community and a beacon of light for the world, as we build and strengthen trust with those we serve, and we model the acceptance of all people.” To operationalize that vision, the Board directed staff to establish a committee to create opportunities to address diversity, equity and inclusion, creating opportunities for openly share, challenge, and confront racism and inequities.
2020-21 Enacted State Budget Update
Mr. Greg Magnuson, Consultant to Business Services, presented themes from the 2020-21 Enacted State Budget. In summary, while there are provisions that limit the damage to public education funding this year, the long term forecast suggests a bumpy road is ahead. There are no models to predict how state and national economies will recover. “The good news is cuts are basically postponed, probably until next year. The bad news is the cuts will probably be much larger next year.” The Board also acknowledged and expressed appreciation for Mr. Magnuson’s contributions as he has provided outstanding leadership during his months with the District. He now moves on to serve as an interim superintendent in the Huntington Beach City School District.
Interim Assistant Superintendent of Business Services Named
The Board welcomed Mr. Walter J. Con to lead the Business Services Department until the search process to permanently fill the position is completed. Mr. Con has an extensive background in school district finances, including experience as an Assistant Superintendent of Business Services in multiple school districts prior to his retirement.