Board Briefs and Updates - first week of school!
August 11, 2023
Dear FCUSD Community,
Smiling faces were seen across the District this first week of school. In case you missed it, we posted several photos of first day moments on our Facebook page. Take a look and see if you recognize anyone, and feel free to share your own first-day photos in the comments. We are glad to have our students back! 😊
Message from the Superintendent
Take a moment to watch Superintendent Sarah Koligian’s welcome-back message as she takes us on a virtual tour of our school year preparation, highlights of staff and student achievements, and ways to stay informed this school year.
Click here to watch the Superintendent’s Welcome Back video
Board Briefs
Last evening the Board held the first meeting of the 2023-24 school year. Highlights are below:
New Student Board Members installed
The installation of Student Board Members: Matthew Mellijor, Vista del Lago High School Senior, and Van Merrill, Cordova High School Junior took place.
We applaud the students for their commitment to District governance and representing student voice, and we thank them for their leadership. To see pictures of the installation please click HERE.
Feasibility study for District reorganization
At the January 19 Board Meeting, it was requested that staff report back on the cost and process of completing a study on the ability to reorganize Folsom Cordova Unified School District into two separate districts based upon the communities of Rancho Cordova and Folsom.
After multiple FCUSD Board Meetings including a Special Meeting with the FCUSD Board and the City Councils of Rancho Cordova and Folsom, it was agreed that a feasibility study would be necessary to understand if reorganizing FCUSD would meet all state-required criteria.
Details and more information may be found at www.fcusd.org/reorgFAQ
The Board approved the Reorganization Feasibility Study Agreement with School Services of California and the Memorandum of Understanding Cost Sharing Agreement with the City of Rancho Cordova, the City of Folsom, and the Folsom Cordova Unified School District.
Key points:
- The feasibility study is a lengthy process that will take several months to complete
- The cost of the feasibility study will be $72,500.00 and shared equally between FCUSD, the City of Rancho Cordova, and the City of Folsom as follows:
- City of Rancho Cordova = $24,166.66
- City of Folsom = $24,166.66
- Folsom Cordova USD = $24,166.68
For a timeline of decision-making and Frequently Asked Questions, please visit our website: www.fcusd.org/reorgFAQ
Folsom Cordova USD priorities for student success
In alignment with FCUSD’s Vision Statement, Empowering all students to thrive through educational excellence, the District has adopted four priorities to guide decision-making and initiatives. They are:
- Empower student growth and success
- Partner with students, families, and community
- Foster a thriving work environment and diverse staff
- Optimize systems and optimize a culture of innovation
As we go through the 2023-24 school year, we will follow these priorities as a road map with student success and graduation as the ultimate goal.
Budget update
Board approved the 45-Day Revised Budget. To learn more and view the presentation, please click HERE.
Staffing our schools and programs for students
State and nationwide staff shortages have affected all sectors including public education and Folsom Cordova. However, Folsom Cordova has implemented strategies to Recruit, Train, and Retain with great success. We begin the school year fully staffed for teachers and as we continue to add new positions for Classified staff, are actively recruiting.
Please read this report HERE to learn about the many enterprising leadership approaches that focus on why FCUSD is a great place to work.
We invite our public to join us to learn more about choosing FCUSD as a place to grow their career.
Hiring Fair, August 17
Come to the District office on Thursday, August 17 from 4 pm - 7 pm to meet the HR team. With a variety of opportunities and schedules available, we will help you find a great way to begin your journey as an FCUSD team member. The Hiring Fair will offer:
- Free fingerprinting
- On-the-spot interviews
- Immediate job offers!
Learn more by visiting our website HERE or reach out to the HR team at jobs@fcusd.org. You can also give us a call at 916-294-9000.
See you there!
Bus delays
Some of our students are experiencing transportation delays going to and from school due to a staffing shortage of bus drivers. We apologize for the inconvenience and ask for the patience of our families as we actively seek to hire more skilled bus drivers to manage the morning and evening commutes. Students arriving late to school due to bus delays will be excused.
Open positions are available now. Please consider coming to our Hiring Fair on August 17 to apply for a position as a bus driver or fill out an application online now at jobs@fcusd.org. Training is provided! Questions? Please contact Transportation at 916-294-9100 or visit their website HERE