Review Agenda Item
Meeting Date: 6/14/2023 - 6:00 PM
Category: Special Education and Student Services
Type: Action
Subject: 15.83 Review and Potential Approval of Independent Service Contract with Big Minds for the 2023/2024 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 - Insurance 2023-10-16.pdf
Big Minds - 2023-24 ISC - Vendor Signed.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 2023/2024 school year.
Funding: 16660 Special Education Noncertified Placements
Fiscal Impact $35,500.00
Recommendation: Move to approve independent service contract with Big Minds for the 2023/2024 school year as presented.
Approvals:
Recommended By:
Signed By:
Ivanna Huthman - Administrator Special Education Dispute Resolution
Signed By:
Wendi Aghily - Chief, Pupil Services and Special Education
Signed By:
Elizabeth McClanahan - Director of Purchasing and Warehouse
Signed By:
Nancy Chen - Chief Accountant
Signed By:
Cesar Alvarado - General Counsel
Signed By:
Dr. Adam Clark - Superintendent
Vote Results:

Original Motion
Member Cherise Khaund Moved, Member Debra Mason seconded to approve the Original motion 'Move to approve independent service contract with Big Minds for the 2023/2024 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