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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1995-04-27 Special Minutes - City Council and South Central School District Joint Meeting Student Issues Southcentral School District/Tukwila City Council Joint Meeting April 27, 1995 MINUTES The meeting was convened at 7:10 p.m. in the Library of Foster High School by Council President Joyce Craft. In attendance representing the District were Boardmembers John Richards, Shirley Robinson, Tavo Quevado. and Superintendent Michael Silver. The City was represented by Councilmembers Pam Carter, Joyce Craft, Joe Duffie, Allan Ekberg, Joan Hernandez, Steve Mullet, Dennis Robertson, Mayor Wally Rants and City Administrator John McFarland. Handouts were presented by Superintendent Silver for several of the topics discussed. A summary of the discussion on the topics follows: ECEAP There is a twenty child waiting list for entrance into the program. This is an elastic number and varies from term to term. Currently there are 56 children in the program. The District anticipates the program will expand next year. The City is no longer a funding agency. The student turnover rate during a program year is about 25 While it was stated that the general opinion is that students do better in school having been through ECEAP, no tracking mechanism has been set up to follow the progress of ECEAP graduates. Additionally, many of the students are no longer part of the District. It was agreed that due to the small number, it was possible to track results manually. Enrollment The District has seen a 40% growth in students from 1980 -1994, with a current minority population of 38.1% Modest (2 enrollment increases are anticipated in the next year, which should bring the population to approximately 2,250 from the current level of 2,137. English as a Second Language (ESL) students comprise 10% of the student population. Test Scores Students are tested in grades 4 8. A breakout between students who have been enrolled in the District since kindergarten versus new students demonstrates a significant difference in test performance. The longer term students in the District achieve scores that are above the State average. This points out the value of stabilizing the student population. Common Student Problems A handout was provided offering some staff perceptions of student problems. The information is useful in assisting with future collaborative program development between the City and the District. Program Review )'71 Neighborhood Revitalization Strategy The concept was explained by Steve Mullet, who emphasized the City's objective of implementing programs and services specifically designed to stabilize and improve the quality of life in our residential community. Cities in Schools Superintendent Silver and Sue Lerner presented information regarding the CIS program. The program will undergo a name change to Communities in Schools to better reflect the broader partnership of the entire community. Summer Education A handout was presented summarizing the Youth Investment Summer Program 1994. The question was asked if there is any correlation between summer school participation and test scores. Sue Lerner advised that this would be difficult to determine. No study has been performed to date. Foster Community Leadership Program The program concept was explained by Superintendent Silver. The High School, in conjunction with a State grant from OSI and the City of Tukwila, will present a leadership camp in the late spring to develop an on- going curriculum involving student community service. The City provided a $5,000 grant from the Mayor's Vision Tukwila fund to assist in the presentation of the camp. Staff support for the project is also being offered by the City. It was suggested that the program be expanded to include the Middle School students. Facilities Southgate (Tukwila Community Center) It was agreed that community involvement in the disposition of the facility and grounds is appropriate. Within the next six months a committee will be formed with citizen representation to discuss both this issue and the future of the current Foster Library facility. Joint Use of School /City Facilities The District's policy is to encourage maximum use of their facilities. It was suggested by the Mayor that improved communication between the District and the City would facilitate joint use and that this is not a policy issue, but one of better coordination and communication. Concern was expressed over liability in the use of District facilities. John and Kirsten will meet to work on an agreement to address this issue. A list was suggested describing the current joint use of facilities and programs. (Attached as Enclosure 1) Southcentral Pool The jointly sponsored swimming program will not be held this Spring. Superintendent Silver stated that there was not sufficient time in a 45 minute class period to conduct lessons. District and City staff will continue to work to find opportunities with this program. Other 2 /72- District Name Change Pam Carter explained the process for the proposed District name change form Southcentral to Tukwila School District. Petitions are being circulated throughout the voter community to place the matter on the November ballot. The meeting was adjourned at 9:30 p.m. Submitted by: John McFarland 3 173- City of Tukwila and South Central School District Joint Program and Facility Sharing Dn April 27, there was a joint meeting between the City of Tukwila City Council and the South .7entral School District School Board. Members of both the Council and the Board asked for nformation regarding use of facilities and personnel. the City of Tukwila provides District with: Usage of the tennis courts for the High School Tennis Team. Usage of the Foster Memorial Field for the Girls' Softball Program. Facility usage for the school /parent meetings. Mowing fields at Tukwila, for use by the district and local youth sports teams Help plan, implement, and staff the Youth Investment Program for the summer. Full access for the Foster High Golf Team at Foster Golf Links. One half funding for swim lessons for Showalter students The South Central School District proves the City with: Facility usage during Youth Basketball season Tukwila, Thorndyke, and Showalter Middle School Facility usage for special events, with minimal fee (mostly Showalter and Foster). Access to advertise all of our programs through each school. Facility usage during the Adult Basketball (Showalter) and Adult Coed Volleyball (Tukwila) three seasons. Usage of Showalter Field for the Co -Rec Softball League. Helping identify the youth at -risk for the Pride Pak Program through Scott Desmond and when possible provide space at Cascadeview Elementary Usage of Auditorium for concerts, recitals, award presentations. Bus transportation services to and from the Center and district schools. ec /scsduse 5/11/95 711 ENCLOSURE 1