Please Join The Community Forum

At MPUSD, student achievement is our top priority and we highly value collaboration with community stakeholders to support teaching and learning. All MPUSD stakeholders are invited to attend our Annual Community Forum, where Superintendent, Dr. Marilyn Shepherd, and staff will present an update on student achievement, new programs, services, bond projects, and District finances. Learn about MPUSDs progress and growth and participate in the discussion towards becoming a center of academic excellence.

The Community Forum will be held at: Instructional Materials Center 540 Canyon Del Rey Blvd. Del Rey Oaks, CA Tuesday, October 2, 2012 at 6:30 p.m. Or join via live webcast and chat: www.mpusd.k12.ca.us/broadcaster

Dear Community Members: Monterey Peninsula Unified School District is making progress towards becoming a center of educational excellence. Investments in curriculum, professional development, technology, and academic intervention have produced an upward trend in student achievement. We have successfully raised the standard of education our students receive and produced positive gains in every California Standards Testing area. MPUSD has demonstrated fiscal responsibility and purposeful allocation of precious resources in a time of statewide fiscal crisis. With the help of a caring and supportive community we have been able to provide our students with a quality educational experience. We will be providing the MPUSD community with an update on our progress and growth at our annual Community Forum meeting. It will also be an opportunity for community members to provide input that helps guide our decision-making and future Blueprint for Success action plans. We hope youll join the conversation on Tuesday, October 2. Thank you for your continued support and involvement in the education of our students. Sincerely,

Dr. Marilyn K. Shepherd, Superintendent

California Standards Testing (CST)

Monterey Peninsula Unified School District posted district-wide growth in both English Language Arts (ELA) and Mathematics on the California Standards Test and has maintained or improved its standing in several critical measures used by state and federal government.

MPUSD Assessment Results Highlights:

ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS (ELA) The 5-year trend of growth in MPUSD shows a positive trend at all grade levels and across curriculum areas. The percentage of MPUSD students scoring proficient or advanced in ELA increased at every grade level in 2012. MPUSD has increased from 42% proficient in 2008 to 51% proficient in 2012. Over the past five years, the percentage of English Language Learners scoring proficient or advanced on the CST English Language Arts test has increased from a mere 3% in 2008 to almost 20% in 2012. MATHEMATICS The percentage of MPUSD students scoring proficient or advanced in Mathematics increased in 2012. The number of students that took the CST for Algebra 2 increased from 218 students in 2011 to 529 students in 2012. The percentage of 8th grade students that took the CST for Algebra 1 increased from 39% to 54% of students. This data reflects the increased access for students to advanced level Mathematics in MPUSD.

School budgets across the state have been impacted by more than $20 billion in cuts and deferrals since 2008. Many school districts have received qualified and/or negative budget certification status by their county Superintendents. MPUSD has proudly joined the Stand Up For Education campaign to urge the Legislature to work with the California School Board Association and other education leaders to identify long-term adequate funding solutions for public schools. Learn about the impending trigger cuts that

will occur if Prop. 30 does not pass in November to put a halt to another $6 billion in cuts to our schools this year. MPUSD could face a $457 per student cut or another $4.5 million cut in District revenues. 2013-2014 Potential reductions include: Reduced school year for students Reduced wages for all employees resulting from furlough days Increased class size in primary grades Elimination of Adult Education Reduction of Career Technical Education programs Reduced athletics and extracurricular activities Reduction of staff at all levels

MPUSD leadership and the Board of Trustees are committed to providing teachers and staff the training, resources and support they need to be successful. All administrators and teacher leaders have received training on implementing the Professional Learning Communities to advance student achievement. Every employee in our District has an important role in the PLC model. MPUSD believes its people, not programs that motivate students to learn. Over 1200 MPUSD employees make public education happen on the Monterey Peninsula. Learn more about the how MPUSD supports our valued employees.

MPUSD leadership is also helping to advance classroom teaching and learning by providing 2000 new laptops and instructional technology to schools this year along with training support. Timely and effective communication with parents is essential to supporting students at school. MPUSD is proud to announce the addition of the Parent Link-Mobile Communication Application which will allow parents to have instant access to school information. We will be providing an overview of the easy to use Parent Link features at the Community Forum.

The following list of bond projects was completed over the summer: Thirty-six restrooms renovated with ADA improvements New security locksets at Foothill, Highland, La Mesa and Marina Vista School Phase I Heating at Seaside High School Tennis court resurfacing at Monterey and Seaside High School Exterior Painting at Bay View Academy, and Ord Terrace School New whiteboards and flooring at various school sites Roofing installation at Olson School Restroom Upgrades at Bay View Academy and Marina High School Technology (wireless/phones/intercom) at Del Rey Woods, International School, and Monterey High School New Play Structures at Bay View Academy, Marina Del Mar, Marina Vista, Olson, Crumpton, and the International School of Monterey New Furniture at Crumpton, Bay View Academy, and Marshall School

All staff have an important role in supporting student achievement in the PLC model.

Staff will also be presenting plans to open the Monterey Early Childhood Center to serve the needs of the Monterey Bay community. Services will include: an infant diagnostic center, developmental clinic, learning intervention services, and assistive technology.

Learn more about fall projects and projects currently in design stage, such as: Security fencing at various school sites ADA/Security Locksets at ALL SITES Water line improvement at Marina High Relocation of portables at Hayes School

Board of Trustees

Board of Trustees
(Left to Right)

Ms. Debra Gramespacher President Trustee, Area 2 Mr. Curt Parker Clerk/Vice-President Trustee, Area 1

OUR MISSION AND VISIONARY PURPOSE

Through dynamic, engaging learning experiences and collaborative partnerships within our diverse Coastal community, the Monterey Peninsula Unified School District ensures that each student will attain the intellectual, social, and personal knowledge to passionately seek the challenges of the future.

Ms. Diane Creasey Trustee, Area 1 Dr. Bettye Lusk Trustee, Area 2 Ms. Helen B. Rucker Trustee, Area 2 Mr. Jon Hill Trustee, Area 3

For more information call (831)645-1204, visit us online at www2.mpusd.k12.ca.us or email askthesuperintendent@mpusd.k12.ca.us

Ms. Regena Lauterbach Trustee, Area 3

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