Board Highlights

BOARD HIGHLIGHTS

In an effort to keep the community up-to-date and informed about actions taken by the Board of Education and Milpitas Unified School District, the Superintendent’s Office publishes Board Highlights shortly after each of its meetings. The information included in these briefs are not intended to be complete, and does not replace official Board minutes. Official minutes, agendas, and packets are available on Agendaonline or through our website.

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2020-21 School Year

February 9, 2021

MUSD Task Force outlines the In-Person Learning Support Plan for Spring 2021
Recognition: MUSD Testing Team
Recognition: Stanford Professor Dr. Clayborne Carson
Recognition: Milpitas HS alumnus Bernard Ellison
Recognition: Quattrochi Kwok Architects
Rancho, Russell students share video reading of African American History resolution
Milpitas HS students produce video reading of new Lunar New Year resolution
Principal's Report: 'Zanker in a Zap' keeps school community connected
MUSD Innovators on the Move! video series continues with Milpitas High's Brett Webber
Human Relations team outlines vision and details of MUSD Talent Recruitment Plan
Physical Education, Athletics within EducatEveryWhere are focus of reports
Superintendent Jordan continues providing board, community with COVID-19 update
MUSD Board of Education approves variety of education items at February 9 meeting

January 12, 2021

Board of Education honors group of elected officials representing Milpitas
Recognition: Milpitas HS alumni Dion Leonard, Alii Matau and Justin Scrempos - SJSU Football
Recognition: School Board Recognition Month
Calaveras Hills HS students assemble for video reading of MLK Day resolution
Principal's Report: Milpitas Adult Education promotes diversity in programs offered
Superintendent Jordan updates Board, community with COVID-19 report

December 8, 2020

Adult Ed / Corrections Team honored for perseverance in re-launching program
Recognition: Milpitas Police Chief Armando Corpuz
Recognition: Piercey Toyota of Milpitas
Milpitas HS students, staff participate in video reading of 'Common Sense' resolution
Principal's Report: Milpitas HS continues to shape in-person support for its students
Board adopts First Interim Budget Report after positive certification from Business Services
Board unanimously approves Comprehensive Coordinated Early Intervention Services

November 24, 2020

Norwood honored as CSBA State Board Member of the Year
Recognition: Aisha Jaffery - The Robonauts
Recognition: MUSD's Norma Morales, Nicole Steward, Henry Robinson, Karisa Scott and Raquel Villalobos
Recognition: Rotary Club of Milpitas
President Hon Lien, Board Member Minh Ngo take oaths of office for new four-year terms
Principal's Report: Rancho MS finds variety of ways to support students in distance learning
Sikh American Awareness and Appreciation Month Resolution unanimously adopted
MUSD L&D Team presents Comprehensive Coordinated Early Intervention Services

November 10, 2020

Superintendent shares next steps in MUSD Phasing In 2020-21 Plan
Recognition: Mark Robson - Robson Homes
Recognition: Harman Management Corp - KFC
Principal's Report: Russell MS installs mentoring program, support for students
MUSD staff shares Santa Clara Swim Club Services Follow-up Report
MHS students share video reading of Substance-Free Lifestyle resolution
MUSD honors military with Veterans Day video
Annual Jack Emery Food Drive kicks off November 16 and runs through December 18
Board unanimously approves key education items at November 10, 2020 meeting

October 27, 2020

Cultural resolutions continue to capture MUSD's inclusivity, diversity in community
Recognition: Milpitas City Hall and City Staff
Recognition: Kiwanis Club of Milpitas
Recognition: Light Dream Foundation
Principal's Report: Cal Hills works to gain A-G certification, improve student engagement
Mattos School receives $5,000 grant from Milpitas Community Educational Endowment
Counselors find way to stay connected with students amid distance learning
MHS unveils plan to re-introduce aquatics
Metro Ed offers programs update to Board
Board reviews more key education items at October 27 meeting

October 13, 2020

MUSD Adult Ed alumna earns CALWorks 30th Anniversary Client Achievement Award
Recognition: Adonal Foyle - Kerosene Lamp Foundation
Recognition: National Merit Scholar Semifinalists - MHS
Principal's Report: Curtner's journey through Distance Learning to being 2020-21 year
Safety First Team introduces its initiative to Board and MUSD Community
Board honors Birth of Confucius with special reading of resolution from MHS teacher
Board approves a variety of key education items at October 13 meeting

September 22, 2020

Board explores student opportunities under Project Stabilization and Construction Careers Agreement
Recognition: Marianne Dugoni - Dugoni Family Trust
Recognition: Colleague2Colleague facilitators - MUSD
Principal's Report: Rose Elementary builds teacher-student-parent bond early in learning
Milpitas HS senior Amy Stanley joins governing body as new Student Board Rep
MUSD students benefit in different ways through 2020 Summer Bridge Program
Summer Math Acceleration Jam challenges students with advanced concepts
Board approves a variety of key education items at September 22 meeting

September 8, 2020

MUSD Staff outlines Learning Continuity and Attendance Plan for 2020-21
Recognition: Milpitas Knights of Columbus
Recognition: MUSD African Ancestry Success Committee
Recognition: MUSD Maintenance, Operations, Transportation Team
MHS student group crafts Latinx Heritage Resolution for Board's approval
Board approves variety of key education items at September 8 meeting
Principal's Report: Sinnott Elementary maintains strong PBIS support

August 25, 2020

MUSD introduces new leaders to Student Services, Special Education Team
Recognition: Vera Loui, Burnett Elementary fifth grader
Recognition: Nicholas Azpeitia, Milpitas HS senior
Recognition: XL Construction, Milpitas, CA
Recognition: Student Nutrition Services Team, MUSD
Recognition: David Hufton, Milpitas resident
Principal's Report: MHS principal declares successful start to 2020-21 school year
Randall World Languages Modernization highlights 2018 bond project work
District Leaders to host A Perfect Partnership: Community-Based Organizations and MUSD

2019-20 School Year

June 23, 2020

MUSD continues to shape plans for 2020-21 school year
Milpitas HS speech and debate leaders honored by School Board
Board gives special recognition to dedicated schools-police liaison, retired educator
Board honors longtime Milpitas resident for $150,000 in donations to district
Board unanimously adopts LBGTQ Pride Month Resolution
Board approves variety of key education items
Board unanimously approves district's new Business Services Manager

June 9, 2020

MUSD forecasts balanced budget for 2020-21 despite COVID-19 impact
Board, Superintendent recognize pair of middle school student artists
Milpitas family recognized for mask-making, support for local community during crisis
MUSD COVID-19 Advisory Task Force shares progress, scenarios with Board
Board takes unanimous action on variety of important education items
MUSD's Child Development Centers keep learning going for youngest students

May 26, 2020

MUSD promotes from within to fill two elementary school principal vacancies
Board recognizes students, employee for helping in fight against COVID-19 pandemic
Milpitas HS students honor MUSD classified employees with video resolution reading
Board honors KLA Construction for continued support of MUSD's strategic goals
Board reviews current Milpitas High School Physical Education Program
Board take unanimous action on variety of important education items
Burnett Elementary engages students, keeps them connected with distance learning

May 12, 2020

MUSD Class of 2020 draws $4.5k in donations for graduation ceremonies
Trio of student groups recognized by Board for response to COVID-19 pandemic
Middle schoolers offer special video reading of MUSD Teacher Appreciation resolution
MHS FilAm Club shares video reading of Asian Pacific American Heritage Month resolution
Board honors BAPS Shri Swaminarayan for donations to MUSD meals distribution program
Board approves construction contracts; also hears from Parcel Tax Oversight Committee
Rose Elementary School staff engaging students to maintain distance learning

April 28, 2020

Newest School Board Member Hai Minh Ngo sworn in by Mayor Tran
Board recognizes quartet of student-led nonprofits supporting others during pandemic
Board approves Autism Acceptance Resolution after special video reading
Principal's Report highlights distance learning, student engagement at Mattos Elementary
Milpitas High School gym, Performing Arts Center updated plans presented to Board

March 24, 2020

Secondary Principals virtually update board on EducatEverywhere learning
MHS student leaders produce video reading of Women's History Month Resolution
Board approves Adult Ed Week Resolution
Board receives an update on Saturday School ADA Recovery Program
Mattos Elementary School Phase 2 Project moves forward with Board approval
New schedule for No Cost Grab & Go Meals

March 10, 2020

Superintendent unveils District's Pandemic Response website
School Board offers direction to staff for new Ayer Innovation Learning Campus
Board adopts Second Interim Report with positive financial certification
Board approves 2020-21 Budget Reduction Recommendations
Zanker's Lyric Bryant honored for winning MLK Black History Month Essay Contest
Milpitas HS wrestling champion Audrey Tran recognized for winning league championship
Rancho Middle School focuses on social-emotional learning for students
Cal Hills students, staff promote Relay for Life

Feb. 11, 2020

MUSD reaps benefits of building community partnerships
BSU student leaders develop, read into record National African American History Month resolution
Board presented with 2020-21 budget reduction recommendations
Board, District leaders conduct study session to build for future of Adult Education
Principal's Report focuses on programs, culture at Randall Elementary School

Jan. 28, 2020

MUSD, SJECCD boards conduct joint meeting
Board honors MUSD's two 2020 California Distinguished Schools
Steward selected as January's #WEareMUSDChampions Award Winner
MHS student-athletes earn recognition from Board for winning league doubles title
Board recognizes Fred Korematsu Day of Civil Liberties and the Constitution
Zanker Elementary School Principal's Report focuses on MUSD's Strategic Goal #1

Jan. 14, 2020

State Champion Milpitas HS football team honored by School Board
Councilmember Dominguez delivers $1k donation for Jack Emery Food Drive
District applies for $16.8M in state-matching funds through Proposition 51
Board adopts Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day resolution
MUSD receives clean audit report
Board adopts new Censure policy
Union news editor explains reporting process
Griggs joins Board as new Student Rep
Principal's report comes from Sinnott staff

Dec. 10, 2019

Students, educators inspire younger generations
Board unanimously certifies District's first interim budget as 'positive'
Hon Lien selected as new Board President
Board learns about what goes into District's Adult Education / Corrections programs
Board passes resolution supporting participation in Census 2020
District Office relocation options, Mattos Multi-Purpose Room changes reviewed
Cal Hills teacher Tabitha Kappeler-Hurley honored in #WEareMUSDChampions program
Principal Stice makes major impact at Cal Hills

Nov. 26, 2019

Board places renewed emphasis on cultural resolutions
Beloved custodian Robert Cease honored as #WEareMUSDChampions Award Winner
School newspaper chief brings journalistic passion to Board Room
Weller School touts top attendance numbers
Board re-evaluates its best practices with revised, newly proposed by laws

Nov. 12, 2019

CSEA, Nuñez Foundation invest in local students, present donation checks for programs
Board honors student, staff organizers of Jack Emery Brunch and Food Drive
Los Dichos parents receive high praise for volunteer work with students
Russell presentation highlights increased student involvement on campus
Metro Ed presents Annual Report to Board

Oct. 22, 2019

Curtner ready to soar to new heights with new Eagle mascot
Milpitas HS earns high praise from community in Post's 2019 Best of the Best
MUSD schools, site leaders recognized as being among best in city
Board adopts resolutions in honor of Larry Itliong Day and Red Ribbon Week
Board approves three new members to Community Board Advisory Council
MUSD to host Board Room Infrastructure and Modernization community meeting on Oct. 28

Oct. 8, 2019

Curtner community brings school pride to board room
Dr. Gerry Lopez and CDC Team recognized for Innovation in Service Delivery
Russell received $5,000 grant from Milpitas Community Educational Endowment
Board adopts resolutions in honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, Confucius' birthday
New Assistant Principals announced at Zanker and Sinnott Elementary Schools
MUSD to host a pair of community input meetings in October

Sept 24, 2019

Milpitas High School students named as semifinalists in 2020 National Merit Scholar Program
Pair of MHS seniors recognized for working with Rotary Club on Leadership Development
Rancho teacher, paraprofessional earn #WEareMUSDChampions honors
Kevin Slavin introduced as new Assistant Principal at Russell
Daniel Hoady sits in on first meeting as MUSD's new Student Board Rep
CAASPP results presented

Sept 10, 2019

Co-principals to lead Randall Elementary into 2019-20 year
Trustees honor Student Intern Johnny Do for his summer work with XL Construction
XL Construction recognized for providing internships and building community
Student Intern Daniel Hoady appreciated for his summer work with View
View honored for offering summer internship opportunities to local students
Yip-Chuan appointed as interim Board Clerk
September recognized as Attendance Awareness Month
Summer project updates and future plans
2019 summer extended learning programs
District purchasing contract process reviewed

August 27, 2019

Milpitas HS/Ayer Educational Park project presented to Board
Trustees honor Machelle Kessinger for uniting classified employees
City of Milpitas recognized for Youth Force work program
Andrea Hutchison saluted for her work supporting the Youth Force program
Students Enif Vazquez and Maggie Or appreciated for participation in Youth Force
Badminton champ Katelin Ngo honored for her achievements on court
Kiwanis Club of Milpitas recognized for hosting Kohl's Cares for Kids event
Randall Modernization Project moving forward with revamped design plans
MUSD to seek out State-matching funds for new construction projects
Meet Student Board Rep Kush Brahmbhatt
A warm welcome to Trustee Hai Minh Ngo and Rose Elementary's new Assistant Prinicpal Liqa Moin

August 13, 2019

MUSD's Board of Education selects Hai Minh Ngo for vacant seat
School board shows full support of Jordan's leadership with contract extension

2018-19 School Year
June 14, 2019

Board Member Daniel Bobay says goodbye after 11 years of service to MUSD
Superintendent shares accomplishments, vision during State of the District presentation
Trustees acknowledge Vivek Chotai for being 2018-19 MHS Student Board Representative
MUSD Science Olympiad team lauded for a successful year
Curtner student places at 2019 Drive, Chip, and Putt National Finals on April 7
Founder and contributors of "Girl Genius Magazine" recognized for their work
Student organizers honored for putting on 2019 TEDxMilpitasHighSchool conference
Milpitas career tech students earn Certificates of Achievement for participating in first ever National Signing Day
Assistant Superintendent of Business Services projects budget reductions of $1 million in 2020-21 school year during Study Session
Director of Technology Services paints a picture of services in 2019-24 Technology Plan
School Linked Services Coordinator talks about her scope of work to better MUSD

May 28, 2019

Lori Nuño named Assistant Principal of Rancho Middle School
MHS Speech and Debate team members honored for earning good marks at debates
Winners in SCCOE student art contests acknowledged for placing
Big crowd of students, staff applaud the efforts of Rancho English teacher Brenna Dimas
Local Control and Accountability Plan study session outlines highlights, actions, and services in MUSD
Resolution declares MUSD a "Computer Science for All" district

May 14, 2019

Volunteers of the Year recognized by school sites
Students star in Milpitas Elementary Olympics Public Service Announcement
Staff, students honored for successful Trojan Olympics event at Milpitas High School
Rose Elementary staff, student share school's focus on Strategic Goals through PBIS
HMC Group presents plans for Randall Elementary School modernization project
Board approves Bond Implementation Consultant Contract
Adopted resolutions honor classified employees, teachers, and National Asian Pacific American Heritage Month

April 9, 2019

Sean Anglon named Principal of Thomas Russell Middle School
Pomeroy families, staff pack the Board Room to honor #WEareMUSDChampions Coach Rey
Board honors those who made this year's STEAM Showcase a success
Winners in Student Nutrition Services' poster contest at Weller, Spangler, Rancho recognized
Zanker Principal, teacher, PTA President report on how school is exemplifying the DIstrict's Strategic Goal of building a "Culture of We"
Board begins larger discussion about how to create additional educational supports for students who are homeless or at-risk of homelessness
Board adopts resolution declaring April School Library Month in MUSD

March 26, 2019

Trustees approve resolution authorizing the issuance of the first series of bonds
Rancho's Eighth Grade Basketball Team honored for basketball section championship
Liz Medeiros chosen as March certificated employee in #WEareMUSDChampions program
Ari Philip recognized for earning second place in the SCCOE Spelling Bee
Milpitas Community Educational Endowment reaches $100,000 goal; Superintendent shares hopes for partnership program in the future

March 12, 2019

Measure AA Bond Project Budget and Construction Schedule Update
Milpitas Xtreme Robotics club semifinalists, win Sportsmanship award at competition
Trustees adopt Second Interim Report
Board approves recommendations for Citizens' Bond Oversight Committee members
Community invited to upcoming facilities planning meetings
Trustees adopt resolution recognizing March as National Women's History Month
Board approves resolution honoring March 31 as Cesar Chavez Day

February 12, 2019

Damon James named Director of Human Relations
Knights of Columbus honored for raising more than $5,500 for Special Education program
Lexie Petersen chosen as January classified employee in #WEareMUSDChampions program
Local Control Accountability Plan update highlights greatest progress, needs
Demographic expert projects continued growth in Milpitas birth rates despite declining figures in Santa Clara County
Board approves Lease-Leaseback resolution
Board approves Bond Implementation Team
Trustees adopt resolution recognizing February as African American History Month

January 22, 2019

Middle College High School in the works to provide students with alternative pathways
Bob Nunez donates $10,000 in matching funds to Cal Hills FLY program
Jennifer Cullenbine recognized for service to community through Family Giving Tree
Trustees honor staff, students involved in annual Jack Emery Food Drive
Board of Education honors Karen Kolander, Milpitas Food Pantry Executive Director
Brett Webber chosen as January certificated employee in #WEareMUSDChampions program
Trustees adopt resolution honoring January 30 as Fred Korematsu Day

January 8, 2019

Joint Board presentation details success of San Jose City College Milpitas Extension
Trustees honor staff involved in San Jose City College dual enrollment summer programs
Rotary Club honored for $10,000 donation
Trustees approve painting, paving as first of Bond Measure AA projects this summer

December 21, 2018

Holiday Greetings
Two new Board Members, returning Trustee sworn into office
Patti Gairaud receives #WEareMUSDChampions award
Coach Perry Pham recognized as Classified Champion at November 27 meeting
Committee for Milpitas Schools volunteers honored
Construction Delivery Methods Study Session
Board Report: Project Stabilization Agreement (PSA) for Bond Measure AA

November 27, 2018

MUSD celebrates service of outgoing Board Members
See our three Trustees sworn into office December 11
Rose PE Coach Perry Pham recognized as November classified employee winner in the District's #WEareMUSDChampions program
Study Session highlights Bond Program process overview
Coordinator details 2017-18 English Language Proficiency Assessment for California
Resolutions: National Pearl Harbor Day, In support of our regional Metropolitan Education District-SVCTE Center

October 23, 2018

Infographic depicts facilities planning across MUSD
Director of Facilities Modernization shares facilities needs for four MUSD sites
Coordinator details Parent Engagement Plan and Theory of Action
Board of Education adopts resolution celebrating October as LGBTQ History Month
Board of Education adopts resolution declaring October 25 as Larry Itliong Day
Board of Education adopts resolution declaring October 23, 2018 to October 31, 2018 as Red Ribbon Week
Mario Torres named Assistant Principal of William Burnett Elementary School

September 25, 2018

#WEareMUSDChampions award program debuts
Superintendent's Report
Director of Facilities Modernization shares facilities needs for four MUSD sites

September 11, 2018

Video premieres about Mabel Mattos Elementary School
Kristine Dinneen introduced as Supervisor, Behavioral Intervention and Student Support
Director of Facilities Modernization shares facilities needs for several elementary sites
Board discusses strategies for securing additional funds to complete facilities projects
Trustees approve 2017-18 unaudited actuals, which shows healthy District budget

August 21, 2018

Managers named: Assistant Superintendent of Human Relations, Interim Assistant Principal of Thomas Russell Middle School, Burnett Principal, Spangler Assistant Principal, Coordinator II of Special Education/Student Services, Supervisor of Behavior Intervention Therapists
Coach Kelly King named California Football Coach of the Year
Milpitas students finalists in VEX Robotics Girl Powered Workshop
Employees serve as Academy Leads during summer OATH Internship
MHS counselors, college and career technician make Senior Awards Night a success
Administrators share multiple summer extended learning opportunities for students
CAASP report provides an overview of 2017-18

2017-18 School Year

June 26, 2018

Certificated Managers named: Spangler Principal, MHS Assistant Principal, Interim Program Manager - Moderate-Severe and Autism Support
Volunteers from Padres Unidos honored for community engagement
Parent Engagement amping up across the school district with Assistant Principals
Zanker Elementary library to be modernized
District adopts 2018-19 Local Control and Accountability Plan (LCAP)
Trustees approve 2018-19 proposed budget

June 12, 2018

Assistant Principals named for Curtner, Sinnott, Pomeroy
Priyanshi Nigam honored for her work as Student Board Representative
Trustees recognize student leaders
Board honors employee Marissa Canez
Randall staff honored for making academic gains with students
Longtime volunteer Marguerite Epps recognized for 30 years of service
Mike Schadeck honored for volunteerism
Budget Study Session
MHS WASC Report
Naviance Program
Ayer Facilities Report

May 22, 2018

LCAP Study Session
Trustees honor Cal Hills' students who participated in Relay for Life April 28-29
Board honors students from the Santa Clara County Alliance of Black Educator's program
Science Olympaid medal winners honored
Staff regognized for support of SCCOE WorkAbility Career Fair
STEAM Showcase teachers recognized
Dual Immersion Program Update
Adult Education Articulation WASC Report

May 8, 2018

MUSD schools honor their volunteers of the year
Trustees honor Milpitas Elementary Olympics volunteers, supporters
Superintendent, Principals share Strategic Plan goal at Chamber of Commerce meeting
Student Nutrition Services provides update
Board establishes pathway scholarship
Board adopts resolution declaring May 20-26 as Classified School Employee Week
May 9 recognized as Day of the Teacher

April 26, 2018

Staff explores possibilities for a second high school campus

April 10, 2018

New Principals named for Curtner, Zanker elementary
Milpitas Model UN recognized for achievement at first ever conference
Board adopts resolution declaring April 16-20 Public School Volunteers Week
May recognized as National Asian/Pacific American Heritage Month
MMA, CSEA tentative agreements approved

March 27, 2018

Board discusses resolution draft supporting school safety
Amanda Dellandre featured as Spirit Story of the 49ers Cal-Hi Sports Report
Tariq Bracy receives "SportStars Magazine All-NorCal Football 2017 Player of the Year"
Sinnott elementary students earn awards from PTA Reflections contest
Enrollment expected to grow at elementary level
Trustees approve resolution recognizing March 31 as Cesar Chavez Day

March 13, 2018

Study Session focuses on upcoming summer program
Edgar Duenas named Custodial Supervisor
Speech therapy teacher recognized as March 94.5 Bay FM Teacher of the Month
Board adopts Second Interim Report
Cost Management Plan for 2018-19 will save the District $633k, shift elementary APs roles
Trustees approve resolution recognizing March as National Women's History Month
Resolution declares April 9-13 Adult Education Week

February 13, 2018

The Nuñez Community Foundation
Milpitas Unified School District Spelling Bee
Student Nutrition Services Recogition
LCAP Update

January 23, 2018

Knights of Columbus present MUSD Special Ed program with a donation of $5,002.40
"Escuela Parkway Pathway to the Future" Mural painted by talented students
Congratulations MHS Honor Band Students
Cost Management Report

January 9, 2018

Zanker Library to be Named After Golden Altos Corporation in Honor of $50,000 Donation
Rancho Girls Basketball Teams Both Win Championships
MHS Varsity Football Recognized for Capturing State Championship - A First in MHS History
$1,000 Donated to Zanker for Lego Enrichment Class
Board Ratifies Second Term for Officers; Continues Current Site and Committee Assignments

December 12, 2017

School Employee Housing Assistance Program Explored
Milpitas Elementary Olympics Logo Design Contest Winners honored
MHS Speech and Debate Record-Tying Performance and Outstanding Achievement Recognized
FLAG Salute Led by Spangler Students
MUSD Earned Upgraded Credit Rating
Food Drive Competition Results in Board President Getting a Mohawk Haircut
Board Accepts Successful Audit Reports on Measure "E" Bond
First Interim Financial Status Report Adopted and Positive Financial Certification Submitted;
Multi-Year Projection Discussed

November 28, 2017

New elementary school construction on schedule to open in August 2018
Rancho parents recognized for participating in parent-school collaboration program
Milpitas Youth Soccer League honored
Poll results show majority views MUSD positively and supports investment in schools
Milpitas High School to create Freshman Transition class to support student success
Spring Valley Fire Dept to Lease Air Point facility and provide educational programs in fire services for students

November 14, 2017

Potential Employee Housing Option Explored
MHS One of Two Schools in Santa Clara County to Receive CCS Sportsmanship Citation
MHS Lady Trojans Finished Season with Great Record
MUSD Veterans Honored
Strategic Plan Goals Approved
Board recognizes November as Native American Heritage Month

October 10, 2017

Board adopts resolution to declare Oct 23-Oct 31 Red Ribbon Week
Agreement between MUSD and CSEA Chapter 281 for 2016-2017 School Year Approved
Milpitas High School student honored for leading donation drive to help Texas school devastated by Hurricane Harvey
Proposed Boundary Chage for Rose and Burnett Attendance Pockets

September 26, 2017

Strategic Plan Study Session focuses on aligning resources, long-term goals for MUSD
KLA-Tencor honored for sponsoring "Science is Elementary" at Rose Elementary School
MUSD Superintendent shares history about Milpitas High during meeting at the school
MetroED Superintendent provides an update on the program, enrollment history with MUSD
Russell principals share accomplishments, focus on 'whole student' this year

September 12, 2017

Weller Assistant Principal Parwinder Johal appointed Coordinator II of English Learner, Literacy, and Interventions
Sandy Huynh appointed Director of Student Nutrition Services
Assistant Superintendent of Business Services projects smaller deficit on the horizon
Board approves resolution honoring the flag of the former Republic of Vietnam
MHS Principal Francis Rojas kicks off first of regular reports at Board Meetings

August 22, 2017

Meeting closed in honor of MUSD alumnus Alyssa Almogela
Board honors BAPS Charities for raising $2000 for MUSD during recent walkathon
Trustees recognize MHS Varsity Baseball Coach Jesus "Chuy" Zamudio, selected as CCS Honor Coach
Facilities Needs Planning Update
Former Student Board Representative proposes free MUSD tutoring during report
Summer School 2017 Report
New Teacher on Special Assignment - Student Engagement Specialist job description approved
Board approves Social Emotional Supports proposal

2016-17 School Year

June 27, 2017

Sid Haro named Assistant Superintendent of Human Relations
Winners recognized from the SCCOE’s Texas Instruments Innovations in STEM Teaching Awards
Trustees give student Board Representative Alan Pham a warm sendoff
Volunteers chosen for Community Board Advisory Council
Local Control and Accountability Plan (LCAP) adopted for the 2017-18 school year
Budget adopted for the 2017-18 school year
Reclassification Committee Report
Single Plan for Student Achievement (SPSAs) approved for all MUSD schools

June 13, 2017

Winners recognized from the Santa Clara County Alliance of Black Educators’ 28th Annual Student Recognition Program
Contract revisions approved for Superintendent Cheryl Jordan
Public hearing held for the District’s 2017-18 Local Control and Accountability Plan (LCAP)
Presentation, public hearing held for the proposed 2017-18 District budget
Adopted resolution endorses the establishment of the Seal of Biliteracy
Adopted resolution endorsing the establishment of Pathways to Biliteracy
Presentation highlights MUSD Two-Way Bilingual Immersion Master Plan

May 23, 2017

Francis Rojas named Milpitas High School Principal
Winners recognized from the Santa Clara County Office of Education’s 21st Annual Young Artists Showcase
Milpitas High School student Amanda Chen recognized
Second amendment to the San Jose Evergreen Community College (SJECC) ground lease and joint use agreement approved
College and career access pathways partnership agreement with SJECC approved
Report highlights 2017-2020 District Local Control and Accountability Plan (LCAP) Draft Review
Presentation outlines Facilities Planning update
Moment of Silence held for lives lost or injured in Manchester, England

May 9, 2017

Nichol Klein named Pomeroy Elementary School Principal
Milpitas High School participants in the Milpitas Community Educational Endowment’s Building Foundations Tutoring Program recognized
Irene Hentschke, retiring Milpitas High School art educator, recognized
Winners recognized from the 2017 SkillsUSA Regional Leadership and Skills Competition
Russell Middle School’s Science Olympaid team recognized
Names approved for school facilities including new elementary school
Presentation highlights Unique Learning System
Report provides strategies for cost reduction for District’s Child Development Centers
Adopted resolution declares May 10 Day of the Teacher
Adopted resolution declares May 21-27 Classified School Employee Week

March 28, 2017

Trustees remember Board Vice President Danny Lau
Student Devesh Mamidi recognized for chess competition
Student winners recognized from the City of Milpitas’ Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and Black History Month Writing Contest
Board vacancy selection process approved
Presentation highlights Calaveras Hills High School’s alternative pathways to success
Adopted resolution declares April 2-8 Adult Education Week
Adopted resolution declares April 17-21 Public School Volunteers Week

March 14, 2017

Milpitas High School junior Jennifer Smith recognized for being crowned Midd Santa Clara’s Outstanding Teen 2017
Weller volunteers Bob and Linda gray recognized for receiving a Crystal Bowl Award
Report highlights teacher recruitment activities
Milpitas Elementary Olympics approved for revival in 2018
2016-17 Second Interim Report adopted

Feb ruary 28, 2017

Milpitas High School Science Olympiad team recognized for placing in tournaments
Shangrila Mia-Ramzan named Interim Pomeroy Elementary School Assistant Principal
Presentation highlights personalized learning with Summit schools
Report gives overview of 2018-2026 Master Facilities Planning, seeks direction for potential bond in 2018

February 14, 2017

Rose student Briana Nguyen recognized for earning first place in District Spelling Bee
Sinnott student Ari George Philip recognized for earning second place in District Spelling Bee
Rancho Milpitas Middle School recognized for being name s 2017 School to Watch
Meeting closed in remembrance of Coach Pete Michaletos

January 10, 2017

Lori Porter named Executive Secretary for Human Relations, Superintendent
Dr. Sheila Murphy-Brewer named Executive Director of Human Relations
Ron Lind recognized as Community College Extension Champion
Rose Elementary students, staff share highlights of their STEAM Showcase
Report highlights partnership between Nextflex, City of Milpitas, Flex Electronics, and Evergreen Valley College for Project Based Learning course at Cal Hills High School
Negotiations reopened between CSEA
Bidding process approved for District’s network equipment