Agenda Item
Meeting Date:
9/28/2022 - 6:00 PM  
Category:
Special Education and Student Services  
Type:
Action  
Subject:
15.22 Review and Potential Approval of Independent Service Contract with Big Minds for the 2022/23 School Year  
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:
Big Minds - 2022-23 ISC - Vendor Signed.pdf
Big Minds - Insurance 2022-10-16.pdf
 
Summary:
Big Minds, Inc. is a non-traditional integrated program located in Pinole, California, that focuses on programming for students who are considered gifted but also have disabilities in the areas of behavior, social-emotional, and physical impairments. Requested funds are to cover one student placement per a settlement agreement for the 2022-2023 school year.  
Funding:
General Purpose/Special Education
Program Code 16660 Non-Certified Placements
 
Fiscal Impact:
$35,500.00  
Recommendation
Move to approve independent service contract with Big Minds for the 2022/23 school year as presented.  
Approvals:
Recommended By:
Signed By:
Bryan Cassin - Special Education Administrator
Signed By:  
Wendi Aghily - Chief, Pupil Services and Special Education
Signed By:  
Elizabeth McClanahan - Director of Purchasing and Warehouse
Signed By:  
Mika Arbelbide - Director of Fiscal Services
Signed By:  
Cesar Alvarado - General Counsel
Signed By:  
Dr. Adam Clark - Superintendent
 
Vote Results:

Original Motion
Member Keisha Nzewi Moved, Member Cherise Khaund seconded to approve the Original motion 'Move to approve independent service contract with Big Minds for the 2022/23 school year as presented.'. Upon a Roll-Call Vote being taken, the vote was: Aye: 5 Nay: 0.
The motion Carried 5 - 0
   
Linda Mayo     Yes
Debra Mason     Yes
Cherise Khaund     Yes
Keisha Nzewi     Yes
Erin McFerrin     Yes