Happenings
A Presentation by Dr. Dan Peters, PH.D. at Orinda Intermediate School, 80 Ivy Dr., Multi-Purpose Room, Wednesday, October 17, 6:30 - 8:00 PM. Dr. Peters is a psychologist, author, co-founder and Executive Director of the Summit Center. Dr. Peters has devoted his career to the assessment and treatment of children, adolescents, and families, specializing in overcoming worry and fear, and learning differences.
The California Clean Energy Jobs Act (Prop. 39) changed the corporate income tax code and allocates projected revenue to California's General Fund and the Clean Energy Job Creation Fund for five fiscal years, beginning with fiscal year 2013-14. Under the initiative, it is estimated that up to $550 million annually will be available for appropriation by the Legislature for eligible projects to improve energy efficiency and expand clean energy generation in schools. The MSD applied for and received Prop. 39 funding to replace and upgrade all interior lighting at all schools. Work began this summer to replace and upgrade lighting resulting in a projected $50,000 in annual savings.
The charge of the Cultural Proficiency Committee is to identify cultural proficiency standards, measures MSD can test/evaluate against these standards and then develop plans to improve our cultural proficiency where there are gaps. For the 2018-19 school year, meetings will be held at 3:30 PM at Los Perales School. Meeting dates: Sept. 24, Nov. 26, Jan. 28, Mar. 25 and May 20. Meetings are open to the public.
Moraga School District Governing Board passes resolution to proclaim October as National Bullying Prevention Month. Pictured from left to right - Board members Jon Nickens, Jim Obsitnik, President Severy, Heather O'Donnell, Joe Rosenbaum and Superintendent Burns.
Joaquin Moraga Intermediate School leadership students, teacher Kristin Anderson, Principal Danilson and Assistant Principal Lanuza introduce new therapy dog Huck to the Board at the October 9 meeting.
JM math teacher Karlene Steelman was honored at the Contra Costa County Teachers of the Year Dinner Gala 2018. Ms. Steelman represented the Moraga School District as this year's Teacher of the Year. Celebrating with her and pictured above from left to right - JM teacher Brett Lorie, Rheem principal Brian Sullivan, JM teacher Kim Lockett, Ms. Steelman, William Steelman her dad, and JM teachers Victor Zerpa, Mary Ann Shimer and Dawn Lezak.
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LOCAL CONTROL ACCOUNTABILITY PLAN
Governing Board and CCCOE Approved
The MSD Coordinating Council, which oversees the monitoring and annual development of the LCAP, meets at 3:30 PM at the JM Library on 9/20/18, 11/7/18, 2/27/19 and 3/27/19. Students, staff, parents and community members are welcome to attend Coordinating Council meetings and are also welcome to speak to the LCAP at any regular Board meeting. Annual LCAP updates will be presented to all site PTAs and School Site Councils in the fall. LCAP feedback and comments may be emailed to lcapfeedback@moraga.k12.ca.us. A draft LCAP will be presented to the MSD Governing Board on June 4, 2019, and a public hearing will be held. The Board will take action to approve the LCAP on June 11, 2019.
Board Adopted:
Dec. 12, 2017
Board Adopted:
Mar. 13, 2018
About US
The Moraga School District is located in Moraga, California, beyond the Oakland hills and east of San Francisco. Our students consistently score advanced and proficient on California standardized tests while excelling in art, music, technology, physical education and a variety of intermediate school electives. The Moraga School District values the involvement of Moraga parents and families, our PTAs, the Moraga Education Foundation, and local businesses. Together we deliver to our TK-8th grade students a first class education addressing the academic, social and emotional needs of our students to succeed in a diverse global world.
Nondiscrimination Policy: MSD prohibits unlawful discrimination against any protected group as identified under Education Code 200 and 220 and Government Code 11135, and Title IX, including actual or perceived sex, sexual orientation, gender, ethnic group identification, race, ancestry, national origin, religion, color, mental or physical disability, age, or on the basis of a person’s association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics in any District program or activity that received or benefits from state financial assistance, including athletic programs. Complaint information is available at the MSD District Office, 1540 School Street, CA, 94556. For further information, call 925-376-5943
