Headline News - Wednesday, September 18, 2024

RUSD Community,

Universal Meals / Food Service Committee - Our first advisory meeting will be held today at 3:30 PM at Bel Aire. Thank you to the many people who are giving their time to further understand guidelines and brainstorm ideas.
New Information on E-Bikes - RUSD received updated information from our law enforcement partners that Super73 e-bikes (except for the K1D model) are not classified as Class 2 e-bikes even though they are branded as Class 2. Any e-bike that has the ability to emit power in excess of 750w or has a throttle that enables it to travel faster than 20mph is legally classified as a motorized bicycle/moped or electric motorcycle.” (CA Veh Code 312.5). Because of this classification, a driver’s license is needed and therefore students can not ride these bikes on a school campus. Look for more information from Del Mar about the enforcement timeline, and thanks so much for your cooperation.
Flier with Parent Education Opportunities - Check out this link for great parent education opportunities.

Helpful links for talking with youth:

National Association of School Psychologists: “Talking to Children About Violence: Tips for Parents and Educators.”
Child Mind Institute: Helping Children Cope After a Traumatic Event - comprehensive resource broken down by ages.

Best regards,

Dr. Kimberly McGrath
Superintendent
Reed Union School District
"We are even stronger together!"

The Board of Trustees reviewed the following items at the RUSD Board Meeting on September 10:

Administrative Update – Coordinator of Educational Services Ms. Nicole Trickett reviewed the initial staff training and future plans regarding Artificial Intelligence.
Board of Trustees Update – The Board of Trustees updated on their recent activities including, attending the Yellow Bus program meeting, an MCOE Board Governance workshop for new and re-elected board members, the recent board workshop on the budget and reserves, a parent ed presentation on the achievement culture, a symposium on AI in education, Bel Aire Back to School Night, the Foundation kick-off meeting, and the MOSAIC parent meeting.
Superintendent Update – District Superintendent Dr. Kimberly McGrath provided an update on the start of the 2024-25 school year, the strategic plan, a new Wellness & Food Services Committee which will meet on September 18, the LCAP Advisory Committee, implementation of the Spanish Task Force plan, and law enforcement’s determination that most Super 73 e-bikes do not fall within Class II and require a driver’s license to operate.
Review of California Assessment of Student Performance and Progress (CAASPP) Test Results – Ms. Trickett presented the district’s CAASPP test results from the 2023-24 school year.
Update on DEIBK Initiatives in the District – Director of Student Services Mr. Brian Lynch presented information regarding the Diversity Equity Inclusion Belonging Kindness (DEIBK) actions and activities currently implemented in the District.
Legislative Talking Points – The Board of Trustees reviewed the draft talking points on the legislative priorities for the District.
Approval of the Unaudited Actuals Financial Report – Chief Business Official Dr. Chris J. Kim reviewed the unaudited financial report for the 2023-2024 school year, and the Board approved the report.

The next regular Board meeting is scheduled for October 8, 2024.

RUSD Mission & Vision: Each student will be challenged and inspired to reach their fullest intellectual, social-emotional and creative potential to positively impact the world.