Saugus Union School District Board Meeting, March 14, 2023

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00:00:00 In this section of the transcript, the Saugus Union School District Board Meeting recognizes students who are receiving PBIS certificates of Excellence. These students, who have been nominated for their exemplary behavior and leadership skills, have shown kindness, creativity, advocacy for others, and are excellent students who always give their best effort in everything they do. The Board highlights their contributions to their respective school communities and congratulates them for making their schools better places. 00:05:00 In this section of the YouTube video, various students from different grades and schools are recognized for their outstanding behavior, academic achievements, and leadership skills. …

Newhall School Board Meeting, March 14, 2023

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00:00:00 In this section of the Newhall School Board Meeting on March 14, 2023, the board approved the agenda and the minutes from their last meeting. The governing board and superintendent also shared announcements, including attending a celebration of life and visiting schools. Additionally, they discussed the Child and Family Center as a resource for families, and legislators encouraged the group to bring bills to support education in the community. Dr. Hernandez thanked the Stevenson’s Ranch Community for their resilience and support during a difficult time. 00:05:00 In this section of the video, the Newhall School Board announces that the public may …

Hart Union School District Board Meeting – March 1, 2023

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00:00:00 In this section of the video, the board of the William S. Hart Union School District holds a meeting in March of 2023. The board reports on closed session action items, which include approving the reassignment of one assistant principal and the non-re-election of three certificated employees for the 2023-2024 school year, as well as the acceptance of the resignation of three certificated employees effective June 30, 2023. The board establishes a quorum and approves the agenda for the meeting, as well as the minutes from the February 1st, 2023 meeting. The board also recognizes the Saugus High School cheer …

Santa Clarita Special Meeting, City Council District Map March 1, 2023

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00:00:00 In this section of the video, the speaker sets out the guidelines for the City of Santa Clarita meeting. He announces that the meeting will be conducted in both English and Spanish, with simultaneous translations available to Zoom participants, and headsets available for in-person attendees. Speaker cards and written comment cards in both languages are also available at the back table. Participants must fill out electronic speaker cards and sign into Zoom before 5:30 PM, and they will be called upon based on whether they are attending via Zoom or in-person. The speaker reminds attendees that they will have three …

Santa Clarita City Council Meeting from Tuesday, Febuary 28, 2023

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00:00:00 In this section of the Santa Clarita City Council Meeting, Council Member West gives the invocation in honor of Cesar Chavez, a man who dedicated his life to promoting the rights of Farm Workers and other marginalized communities. Chavez believed in peaceful protest, non-violence, and fought for better working conditions and higher wages for Farm Workers. His activism led to real change that can still be seen today, including the passage of the Agricultural Labor Relations Act in California. President Bill Clinton awarded Chavez posthumously the Presidential Medal of Freedom, the nation’s highest civil war award. The council then proceeds …

Saugus Union School Board Meeting – February 28, 2023

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00:00:00 In this section of the video, the Saugus Union School Board Meeting on February 28, 2023, the board discusses and approves the agenda and minutes from previous meetings. The meeting then moves onto the Artistic Achievement Awards, where students from various schools are celebrated for their artistic talents, including kindergarten student Garrett from Bridgeport Elementary, sixth-grader Eileen Flores from Cedar Creek, and second-grader Maru Algeen from Emblem Academy. Fifth-grader Ali Carter from James Foster Elementary is also recognized. The students are praised for their hard work and unique talents, showcasing the importance of artistic education in schools. 00:05:00 In this section, …

SCV Water Agency Board Meeting, February 21, 2023

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00:00:00 In this section of the video, the board of directors for the Santa Clarita Valley Water Agency begin their regular meeting with announcements, including the option for virtual participation and the procedures for public comment. One member of the public, Cam Noltomar, expresses their disgust with the proceedings, noting the small number of directors present and the priority given to developers over taxpayers. The board proceeds with the meeting agenda, which includes items concerning the agency’s budget and water supply. 00:05:00 In this section, two members of the public comment on issues related to the SCV Water Agency. The first speaker …

Saugus Union School District Special Meeting February 21, 2023

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00:00:00 The speaker discusses the cost escalation of earthquake safety upgrades and asks how the community will be able to afford them. She is disappointed that the upgrades have been done “last as an afterthought.” 00:05:00 The YouTube video above provides an update on the Saugus Union School District’s plans to address the needs of its aging school buildings. The district has identified 7537 school buildings in California that it believes require a first-level structural analysis to determine if they pose a seismic risk. If a school building is found to pose a seismic risk, the district must take affirmative steps to …

Hart Union School District Board Meeting – February 15, 2023

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00:00:00 In this section of the board meeting, Mr. Messina shares a little-known story about the Abolitionist John Quincy Adams in honor of Black History Month, highlighting the importance of persistence and determination in the fight against injustice. Despite facing a pro-slavery Congress, Adams continued to bring petition after petition, bill after bill, to end slavery, earning him the nickname “hellhound of slavery.” Although he never saw the end of slavery in his lifetime, he served as a mentor to a young man who would go on to continue the fight against slavery and ultimately become a pallbearer at Adam’s funeral. …

Saugus Union School District Meeting February 14, 2023

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00:00:00 Victoria Lim from Bridgeport Elementary School was awarded the “Caring Student Award” at the Saugus Union School District meeting on February 14, 2023. Leone from Cedar Creek Elementary School won the “Academic Scholar Award” and Logan from Helmer Elementary School was awarded the “Caring Citizen Award.” 00:05:00 The video features clips of Saugus Union School District students describing the qualities that make them special. One student is congratulated for being a genuine friend to others. Another student is congratulated for being kind and caring. 00:10:00 These students are being recognized for their compassionate and caring behavior. Julian, Melanie, Abram, Adelia, Herschel, Lucas, …