October 11, 2011 Board Minutes - Placentia-Yorba Linda Unified ...

Board Minutes - 2 October 11, 2011
MINUTES
1. Approved the minutes of the Regular Meeting of September 13, 2011.
Action: Carried
Motion: Mrs. Karin Freeman
Ayes: 5 Second: Mrs. Judi Carmona
Noes: 0
2. Approved the minutes of the Special Meeting of September 21, 2011.
Action: Carried
Motion: Mrs. Carrie Buck
Ayes: 5 Second: Mrs. Judi Carmona
Noes: 0
RECOGNITIONS/PRESENTATIONS
By Board consensus, this item was moved to be included under Superintendent’s Report.
PUBLIC COMMENT
Doris Matyasovich addressed the Board regarding the observance of Constitution Day in district
schools.
Jacqueline DeVries addressed the Board in support of the inclusion of a patriotic song following the
Pledge of Allegiance at every Board meeting.
STUDENT BOARD REPORT
Student Board Representative Jordan Fox provided a brief report of the activities and events occurring
at the district’s high schools.
SUPERINTENDENT’S REPORT
The Board recognized El Dorado High School’s National Cheerleading Championship team and
viewed a news report on the team that is soon to be broadcast.
Mrs. Candy Plahy, Assistant Superintendent of Educational Services, shared information regarding
the Gift of History Event to be held at Anaheim Stadium on Tuesday, November 8, 2011, for thirdgrade
students across Orange County. Mr. Eric Padget presented a signed copy of Nothing
Rhymes With Orange by Stan Oftelie to the District.
Mr. Doug Domene, Assistant Superintendent of Business Services, and Mike Bailey, Facilities and
Planning, provided an update on the Educational Services Center (ESC) Yard Zoning and Property
Options and the establishment of a 7/11 Committee.
Mr. Richard McAlindin, Director of Executive Services, provided a brief update on the district’s
compliance with the TDAP vaccination requirement. Appreciation is to be extended to Michelle
DeHaven, Lead Nurse, and Health Services staff for their work in ensuring that the district is fully
compliant with the requirement.