Agenda Item
Meeting Date:
11/14/2023 - 5:30 PM  
Category:
Curriculum and Instruction  
Type:
Action  
Subject:
10.6 Approval of Consultant Agreement between Azusa Unified School District (AUSD) and Nancy Akhavan Consulting, Inc.  
Strategic Goals:
1. Student Learning
Every student will receive a well-rounded education that meets their diverse needs and ensures their growth, achievement, and success.
 
Policy:
 
Enclosure:
 
File Attachment:
Consultant Agreement between AUSD and Nancy Akhavan Consulting, Inc.pdf
 
Rationale:
Nancy Akhavan will support elementary teachers with professional development on effective literacy instruction delivered through in-person, side-by-side coaching, or Zoom meetings, as determined by need. The consultant was selected to provide professional development services based on her specialized skills and prior experiences in developing literacy with diverse learners. Dr. Akhavan began working with AUSD in 2021 through our collaborative work with California Education Partners.  
Budgetary Impact:
The cost, not to exceed $50,000, to be paid from Educator Effectiveness Funds.  
Recommendation
It is recommended the Board of Education approve Consultant Agreement between AUSD and Nancy Akhavan Consulting, Inc.  
Approvals:
Recommended By:
Signed By:
Lisa Allen - Secretary to the Assistant Superintendent, Educational Services
Signed By:  
Norma Carvajal-Camacho - Assistant Superintendent, Educational Services
Signed By:  
Arturo Ortega - Superintendent
 
Vote Results:

Original Motion
Member Gabriela Arellanes Moved, Member Yolanda Rodriguez-Peña seconded to approve the Original motion 'It is recommended the Board of Education approve Consultant Agreement between AUSD and Nancy Akhavan Consulting, Inc.'. Upon a Roll-Call Vote being taken, the vote was: Aye: 5 Nay: 0.
The motion Carried 5 - 0
   
Yolanda Rodriguez-Peña     Yes
Adrian Greer     Yes
Gabriela Arellanes     Yes
Sabrina Bow, Ed.D.     Yes
Sandra Benavides     Yes