Birmingham Community Charter High School Responds To Response To Notice of Violations Issued by LAUSD

LAUSD
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SCHOOLS DIVISIO ;
BIRMINGHAM COMMUNITY CHARTER HIGH SCHOOL
17000 Haynes Street
Lake Balboa, CA 91406
(818) 758-5200 Fax (818) 342-5877
May 22, 2012
Jose Cole-Gutierrez, Executive Director
Charter School s Division
333 South Beaudry Avenue, 20
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Floor
Los Angeles, CA 90017
2012 22 FlI I: I I
RE: Response to Notice of Violations by Bi rmi ngham Community Charter High School
Dear Jose,
This letter is written in response to the Notice of Vi olations ("Notice") approved by the Los Angeles
Unified School District Board of Education ("District") on May 1, 2012 and officially served on
Birmingham Community Charter High School ("Charter School") on May 2,2012, As representatives of
the Charter School test ified at the public hearing conducted by the District, we take the charges
contained in the District Notice very seriously, Although the Charter School Board was unaware of most
of these issues until the Superintendent's letter dated April 13, 2012, we are committed to resolving all
of these issues immediately to the full satisfaction of the District Board, If the District Board requires
any further information or this response does not fully address all of your concerns, please contact me
immediately so that the Charter School can take whatever additional steps may be necessary to resol ve
the issues contained in the Not ice,
Charter School Commitment to our Students, Faculty, Staff, Community and the District Board
The Charter School Board is committed to our mission statement to create an academically challenging,
personalized, and supportive environment that prepares indivi dual students to pursue their post high
school academic and career goals, As a large and relatively new Charter School , we acknowledge that
we have made some mistakes and have not done the best job of communicating with the District and
utilizing the resources the District has to offer. Over the past few weeks, in addition to reviewing all of
our policies, procedures and practices we have reached out to the District for ideas and suggestions on
how to improve our Charter School. Listed below are the concrete st eps of actions we have already
taken and target dates to complete additional actions, Also, detai led throughout this letter is
clarification to the issues we believe were misunderstandings between the District administration and
Charter School administration as result of our poor job of communication, It is our hope that the plan of
action we have outlined below coupled with the additional informat ion and documentat ion provided
herein will fully resolve the concerns stated in the Notice of Violations,
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Plan of Action
Suspensions and Expulsions
Charter School has amended its suspension and expulsion policy and has fully adopted
the same criteria and processes for suspensions and expulsions that are contained i n
the LAUSD suspension and expulsion policy and the Education Code provisions
applicable to school districts (See Attachment G).
Charter School has had its first mandatory training of all administrators on May 21, 2012
regarding the new policies and procedures and will continue to have mandatory
expulsion training at the beginning of each school year for all administrators on the
LAUSD policy.
Our interim Executive Director, Dr. Doris Lasiter will oversee the training and oversee
the expulsion process for any student; Dr. Lasiter will also train and aid our new
Executive Director, in her capacity as an ongoing consultant, in the training and
implementation of the policy.
No expulsion will be made unless Dr. Doris Lasiter concurs in writing.
Reenrollment and Reinstatement of Expelled Students
Enrollment
The Charter School will send all expulsion paperwork to the District within two (2)
business days of an expulsion.
The Charter School has also designated a Director of Discipline, Tracie Bowdoin, who will
assist students with enrollment in other schools.
The Director of Discipline will also review outstanding reinstatement cases and will
communicate with parents in writing pursuant to the schedule below until the student is
reinstated.
The Charter School shall comply with the following procedure and timeline for
reinstatement notifications to families:
1) Six Months Prior to Reinstatement - Letter with reminder of expectations to
reinstate;
2) Three Months Prior to Reinstatement - Letter outlining documentation required to
reinstate;
3) Two Weeks Prior to Reinstatement - Letter reviewing documentation required to
reinstate and letter requesting reinstatement appointment; and
4) One Week Prior to Reinstatement - Phone call to schedule reinstatement
appointment.
Charter School will admit all students who wish to attend the school including special
education students and students residing outside the Birmingham attendance
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boundaries subject to the lottery process contained in the charter and the Charter
Schools Act.
o Training will be provided by Dr. Doris Lasiter (in her current capacity as Interim
Executive Director and after that time as a consultant) on a semi-annual basis to ensure
that this is implemented correctly.
No student requiring special needs will ever be denied admission because of such need
nor will such student ever be denied services.
Charter School will always maintain strict compliance with special education laws.
o No refusal to enroll a regular or special needs student will be made unless Dr. Doris
Lasiter concurs in writing.
Interim Executive Director and Permanent Executive Director
Charter School has hired Dr. Lasiter (former Principal of Birmingham High School when it
was operated by the District) to be its Interim Executive Director until such time as a
new permanent Executive Director is named.
Dr. Lasiter brings invaluable knowledge and wisdom to leading the Charter School and
implementing the changes detailed above and below in this letter.
Charter School has already commenced a search to find a new Executive Director and
aims to have permanent Executive Director in place prior to the start of the new school
year.
Dr. Lasiter has agreed to remain as Interim Executive Director for so long as the process
takes to find a new dynamic Executive Director.
Charter School will work with and consult with Dr. Lasiter, District staff and District
Board members regarding the selection of the permanent Executive Director.
o Dr. Lasiter has also agreed to remain after the appointment of the new Executive
Director to serve as an additional liaison between the Charter School and the District
either in her capacity as a Charter School board member or a consultant.
Composition of the Charter School's Board of Directors
Charter School has recognized that having more current and former charter school
administ rators, persons with charter school management experience and persons with
backgrounds in education will be an invaluable resource to the oversight of the Charter
School.
The Charter School has voted to amend its charter to expand the Board to add four
community members to the Charter School Board who will be current or former charter
school administrators, persons with charter school management experience and
persons with backgrounds in education.
The Charter School has formed a committee to solicit candidates for these positions as
soon as possible and has already received recommendations for candidates from the
California Charter School Association and from fellow charters schools (Granada and EI
Camino).
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The Charter School welcomes input and additional recommendations from the District
Board and District Staff on our selection of new board members.
We will have at least two of these new board positions filled by June 30, 2012 and the
remaining two positions filled by August 31,2012.
Discrimination
The Charter School has not and will not tolerate any sort of discrimination on its
campus.
The Charter School will insure that all staff undergo training prior to the beginning of the
next school year to insure that no discrimination of any kind ever exists on its campus.
Communication
The Charter School will promptly respond to all District staff inquiries to prevent the
issues outlined in this Notice from arising ever again and to address any other District
staff requests going forward.
Dr. Lasiter has been assigned to this task to insure that all District staff inquiries are
promptly responded to and will continue to serve as a liaison in that capacity even after
a new Executive Director is hired.
The Charter School will insure that there is always an administrator, or consultant,
designated to respond to all District staff inquiries and to insure that the appropriate
persons at the Charter School are immediately notified to provide an appropriate and
adequate response.
The Charter School will make sure that all parents and students are aware of the Charter
School ' s Uniform Complaint Policy and Procedure (a copy of which is attached hereto as
Attachment L) by including it in the Parent-Student Handbook that is sent home with all
students the first week of each school year additionally, the Charter School will make
sure that such policies and procedures will be available in the office as hard copy and
given to parents and/or students in the event an issue arises.
The Charter School will continue to address student and parent complaints in a timely
way.
The Charter School will continue to pay its bills in a timely fashion and rather than
simply not paying, the Charter School will let the District know if the Charter School has
a legitimate dispute.
The Charter School will maintain a new oversight procedure for filming on campus
which includes not only supervision by the staff and the filming agents for the District
but also an addendum to all future filming contracts specifically prohibiting
inappropriate filming on campus.
We hope that the District Board will weigh the steps we are taking (outlined above) in addition to the
evidence contained herein in the context of the overall progress of the Charter School. As you know,
our Charter School grew 43 points on the API in the 2010-11 fiscal year due to the hard work and
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enthusiasm of our teachers and students. We have included some data pertaining to our performance
on key state accountability benchmarks (See Attachment A, School Performance Data). Our Charter
School has an amazing and diverse mix of student demographics, which is 78 percent Hispanic or Latino,
9 percent African American, and 12.2 percent students with disabilities. 40 percent of the parents of our
students never graduated high school, and only eight percent of the students have at least one parent
who graduated from college. Our campus grounds are beautiful, safe and overflowing with enthusiasm
from parents and students who want the Charter School to remain. What makes these accomplishments
and enthusiasm all the more amazing is that these accomplishments occurred even as the state was
cutting our funding every year. We have managed to balance our budget every year and made tough
decisions about how to allocate our resources to generate the maximum amount of impact on student
achievement.
Support for the Charter School among our teachers is incredibly strong as well. Ninety-four percent of
the teachers at the Charter School have signed a petition in support of the Charter School (See
Attachment B).
With this context in mind, we will now address each of the specific concerns raised in the District Notice
in more detail.
1. Admissions
The Charter School acknowledges that its staff initially misunderstood the admissions requirements for
new students. Prior to the conversion of the high school to charter status, the staff was required to
verify that the family lived within the Birmingham High School attendance area prior to admitting a new
student to the high school. After conversion, the admissions staff initially continued this practice
because the Charter Schools Act requires that an admissions preference be granted to students who
reside in the former attendance area of the conversion school. However, in this case the school was not
at full capacity, so no lottery for admissions was required. In such a case, the Charter School agrees with
District staff that all students wishing to enroll should be admitted without proof that they reside within
the former attendance boundaries. Charter School admissions staff was trained on April 30, 2012 and
other clerical and secretarial staffs were trained on May 11, 2012 regarding the admissions procedures
and preferences contained in the charter to ensure that this will not happen again. We deeply regret
any student or their family feeling as though they were turned away. If any such students still wish to
enroll at the Charter School , they may enroll now as the Charter School is not at capaci t y.
The Cha rter School denies that any special education students were ever denied admissions based upon
their special education status. Additionally, the Charter School has provided specific training to its
admissions and records staff on April 30, 2012 and May 11, 2012 and will provide training annually
thereafter to ensure that this remains the case going forward. It is the Charter School ' s belief that if a
special education student was denied admission it was simply due to a failure to prove residency within
the Birmingham attendance boundaries. This had nothing to do with the student's special education
status. However, since the school is not oversubscribed, this denial of admissions would not have been
proper and will never happen in the future. Two of the students mentioned in the report as having been
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initially denied admission did ultimately enroll in the school last summer and have maintained
continuous enrollment since that time.
The Notice infers that in some way these admissions issues led to a decline in the number of identified
special education students at the site from 414 to 317. However, the Notice does not paint a complete
picture of the data relating to special education students at the Charter School. Although the number of
special education students has dropped, enrollment at the school generally has been reduced due to the
Daniel Pearl Journalism Magnet Program located at Birmingham not converting to charter status with
the rest of the Charter School, the District's decision to close and move a District special education
program at the site, and the District's decision to co-locate another charter school (Magnolia Science
Academy 2) at the Birmingham High School site. These changes made by the District impacted total
enrollment at the site substantially, not just special education enrollment. Before becoming a charter in
2008-09, the student enrollment was 3511 students, which included the Daniel Pearl Journalism
Magnet. When the school became a charter and the above mentioned programs stayed with the
District, total school enrollment dropped 17 percent to 2899 students. It is important to note that
special education enrollment at the site actually increased since the time of conversion as a percentage
of total student enrollment, and currently stands at 12.2 percent. This is more than two percent higher
than the historical statewide average of special education students. Prior to the Charter School ' s
conversion to charter status, the school had 11.8 percent special education students. The school
actually lost more general education students than special education students as a percentage of
enrollment during the conversion, which is remarkable considering that one of the programs that the
District moved off the site served exclusively special education pupils. We are hopeful that this data
reassures the District that there has been absolutely no discrimination against special education
students in the admissions process.
The Charter School has cured this alleged violation of its charter admissions process through the
following actions:
1. Pledging that all students who may have been mistakenly denied admission due to not residing
within the Birmingham attendance boundaries are able to enroll now.
2. Agreeing to enroll all future applicants without proof of residency (other than California
residency) so long as t he Charter School has seats available at the Charter School.
3. In the event that the Charter School becomes oversubscribed at some point in the future and a
random public lottery is required, the Charter School shall grant preference to residents of the
Birmingham High School attendance boundary as required by law. When this occurs, the
admissions staff has been trained to ensure that they accept driver's license, utility bills, leases,
mortgage bills, property tax bills, or other reasonable documentation as proof of residency
within the attendance area.
4. The Executive Director shall continuously monitor and report to the Board on the
implementation of these admissions policies.
5. Two of the students mentioned in the District Notice as initially having been denied admissions,
one of whom is a special education student, enrolled in the Charter School last summer and
have maintained continuous enrollment since that time.
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2. Discipline Practices
The Notice indicates that the District has processed several hearings for students expelled from
Birmingham who have sought enrollment in a District school , and that the District has received
numerous complaints regarding Birmingham's disciplinary practices, specifically dealing with due
process of students and reinstatement procedures. The Notice also indicates that the District is
concerned that " Birmingham's expulsion rates exceed the average rates for other District schools and
LAUSD authorized charter schools. " Finally, the Notice raises untrue District concerns regarding
substantiating expulsions with required evidence, and allegations that the Charter School has expelled
students for "carrying an empty baggy that could have been used for carrying drugs and for laughing
when a teacher tripped over a cord."
Expulsion Rates
The Charter School takes the health and safety of its students and employees very seriously. The
Charter School has only expelled pupils for serious offenses such as drug possession and drug sales on
campus, physical harm to another student or employee, or possession or brandishing of a weapon on
campus (See Attachment C, Chart of All Expulsions Since Charter Conversion). As you can see from the
attached list, each and everyone of the expulsions was done for good cause pursuant to the Charter
School ' s policy, which was approved by the District Board.
The Charter School would also like to address the expulsion rate at the Charter School. Although it is
true that the Charter School expelled 26 students in 2009-10 and 25 students in 2010-11, these numbers
have declined to 16 in the 2011-12 academic year. Moreover, these numbers are reasonable as a
percentage of total enrollment. This year, the expulsion rate is 0.4% of the Charter School's
approximately 2700 students. These numbers put the Charter School in the middle of the pack for
charter schools in the area on a percentage basis (See Attachment D, Chart of Expulsion Rates based on
ODE Reports for the 2011-12 Academic Year).
One other significant fact that the District Notice does not take into consideration with regard to
expulsion rates is that District operated schools frequently exchange students with disciplinary issues
through Opportunity Transfers ("OT"). Through OT, District operated high schools reduce the number of
expulsions. The Charter School has not done any OT. As a result, moving a child to another campus was
not a factor when the Charter School was determining whether it was possible to avoid expulsion as a
sanction.
Mandatory Versus Discretionary Expulsions
Moreover, the Charter School would like to clarify that it appears the District, in analyzing mandatory
versus discretionary expulsions, utilized the list in the Education Code rather than the Charter School ' s
suspension and expulsion policy (See Attachment E, Suspension and Expulsion Policy) that is contained
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in the charter approved by the District. Education Code Section 47610 exempts charter schools from all
laws governing school districts except some specifically enumerated statutes unrelated to suspension
and expUlsion of pupils. Instead of complying with the Education Code provisions relating to
suspensions and expulsions, the Charter School must provide its suspension and expUlsion policy as part
of its charter petition pursuant to Education Code Section 47605. Here, the Charter School did provide a
suspension and expUlsion policy as part of its charter, and this was approved by the District Board. This
policy provides for a longer list of mandatory offenses than is present in the statutes applicable to
District programs. As such, the District Notice incorrectly identifies some expUlsions as being
discretionary rather than mandatory.
Even if these expulsions had been classified as discretionary, we want the District to take notice of the
drop in expulsions this year as well as the seriousness of the offenses contained in Attachment D. Since
most of the expUlsions were related to drug use, possession or sale on campus, the Charter School is
working aggressivel y to increase resources directed toward our effort to reduce these sorts of incidents
on campus. For example, the Charter School Board will be providing additional counseling support to
students and partnering with community-based organizations that will assist the Charter School in
educating pupils about the dangers of drug use (See Attachment F, Contract with VIP Outpatient
Treatment Center) . The Charter School also has put into place a school detention program to divert
students f rom more serious suspensions or expUlsions that may have been considered in the past for
discretionary expUlsion offenses.
After meeting with some members of the District Board and hearing their request that the Charter
School agree to comply with the same standards and process for suspensions and expUlsions as the
Education Code requi res of school districts, the Charter School Board vot ed to materially revise its
suspension and expUlsion policy contained in the charter to bring it into full alignment with the LAUSD
policy and Education Code provisions applicable to school districts. A copy of the material revision is
attached for the review and approval of the District Board (See Attachment G).
Substantiating Expulsions with Evidence
The District has not provided the Charter School enough detail regarding specific allegations of cases
where it has found insufficient evidence, and thus it is impossible to respond fully and effectively to the
District's concerns. However, the Charter School will provide as complete a response as it can to the
three incidents specifically referenced by the District in the Notice.
In the first instance, the District indicated that a student was expelled for laughing at a teacher who
tripped over a cord. This was not the case. Rather, this student was expelled because she tripped the
teacher with a cord. The teacher in this case suffered a broken toe, and the student was laughing about
the incident. In this case, the laughing simply indicated a lack of remorse for causing physical harm to an
employee of the school. The reason the student was expelled was her decision to deliberately cause
physical harm to an employee, not laughing at an accidental tripping over a cord. In this case, there was
also a long history of other disciplinary actions including but not limited to: student needing to be
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moved to a new Spanish class after continued disruption and disrespect toward the teacher (and
following 2 conferences wi th the student about the behavior and 2 phone calls to the parent), two days
of detention, use of profanity and disrespect during a tardy sweep, one day of school suspension for
bullying and using profanity in the classroom, interrupting other students during class by making noises,
after school detention, and being rude and disrespectful to school staff. Each of those incidents
occurred on separate dates within the same year of the student's expulsion. (See Attachment H,
Student Discipline Record and Positive Behavior Support Plan from December 2009)
In the second instance, the District claims that a student was expelled for carrying an empty baggy that
might have been used to transport drugs. The Charter School has no record of a student ever having
been expelled solely due to possession of an empty baggy which contained drug residue. If the District
will provide the name of the student involved, the Charter School will provide a complete response with
the actual reason(s) for the expulsion. We can assure the District that no student has ever been
expelled solely for possession of an empty baggy, and would very much like to provide a full response so
that the District can see that we use expulsion as a last resort and certainly not for trivial matters.
In the third instance, the District claims that it sent a Charter School pupil back to the Charter School
because the District was not provided evidence of the student's prior behavioral history that supported
the expulsion. This case was the same student that is referenced in the first instance. The evidence of
these prior acts exists in SIS 10 19, but the Charter School acknowledges that this additional evidence
may not have been provided by the Charter School administration to the District at the time of its initial
inquiry. The evidence, attached for the District's review, supports the disciplinary action taken against
the pupil in this instance. (See Attachment H, Evidence of Prior Acts by Pupil in SIS 19, and Positive
Behavior Support Plan from December 2009) The Charter School Board regrets if the lack of a complete
response caused any confusion for District staff. However, it is clear that the Charter School always
acted in compliance with its policy in this regard and that the action was appropriate based upon the
prior disciplinary record.
Based on the above facts, the Charter School is not convinced that it has failed to substantiate
expUlsions properly. However, it has had training on compliance with student discipline procedures
provided by its law firm, Middleton, Young & Minney, LLP on May 21,2012. The Charter School Board
will ensure that sufficient evidence exists in each and every expulsion case in accordance with its
suspension and expUlsion policy and constitutional due process requirements. The Charter School Board
also agrees that prior to expelling a pupil, other means of correction will be explored and deemed not
feasible in all discretionary expulsion cases.
Notices ond Reinstatement Procedures
The District Notice also raised concerns about appropriate notices being provided to families about the
expUlsions and the reinstatement procedures. The Charter School believes that it has provided
appropriate notice to all families of each step in the pre-expulsion process as required by its suspension
and expUlsion policy. We submit to the District that this is not an issue of families being unaware of the
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Charter School ' s discipline procedures, but rather that they are unhappy with the results of disciplinary
proceedings. If the District has any evidence that written notice was not provided to a particular
student on an expulsion proceeding, please provide such evidence so that the Charter School can
respond fully to these specific concerns.
With regard to reinstatement procedures, the Charter School acknowledges that it could have and
should have done more to track students eligible for reinstatement and to provide them notice of how
the reinstatement process works. The Charter School has reviewed each and every expulsion case since
the school converted to charter status and has ensured that appropriate notice has gone out to each
and every famil y who is eligible for reinstatement within the next six (6) months that explains their right
to reinstatement . A copy of the form letter used to provide this notice is attached (See Attachment I,
Notice to Families of Reinstatement Rights) . The Charter School has also designated the Charter School ' s
Director of Discipline, Tracie Bowdoin, to review these outstanding reinstatement cases and to
communicate with parents in writing at least monthly until the student is reinstated. Furthermore, the
Charter School shall comply with the following procedure and timeline for reinstatement notifications to
families:
a. Si x Months Prior to Reinstatement - Letter with reminder of expectations to reinstate
b. Three Months Prior to Reinstatement - Letter outlining documentation required to reinstate
c. Two Weeks Prior to Reinstatement - Letter reviewing documentation required to reinstate
and letter requesting reinstatement appointment
d. One Week Prior to Reinstatement - Phone call to schedule reinstatement appointment
The Charter School will send all expulsion paperwork to the District within two (2) business days of
expulsion. The Charter School ' s Dean of Discipline will also assist students with enrollment in other
schools.
Finally, in response to requests made by two members of the District Board, the Charter School has
agreed to expand its Board by four members so that four (4) current or former charter school
administrators from other schools can be added to the Board no later than August 31, 2012. Two of
these members shall be added no later than June 30, 2012. It was the hope of the District Board
members that having more charter school administrators from other schools sitting on the Charter
School Board would assist the Charter School with maintaining both legal compliance and best practices
in all of the areas noted in the District Notice, including expulsions. We will accommodate this request,
and would welcome input into the selection of these individuals by the District Board and District staff.
3. Special Education
The District Notice raises a number of special education concerns, including failure to assess for
disabilities, failure to admit students with disabilities, and failure to comply with corrective actions from
the California Department of Education ("CDE") . The District Notice also alleges that the Charter School
" ... breached provisions in the Special Education MOU including but not limited to, conducting
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assessments upon a parent's request, convening IEPs for students transferring to Birmingham from
other schools, cooperating with LAUSD in educational compliance complaints and providing the District
with documentation needed to respond to complaints. " We will address each of these claims below.
First, with regard to the first two allegations contained in the District Notice, the Charter School did
receive direction from the CDE relating to compliance with special education law. The Charter School
did comply with such directives. The Charter School has since received a District validation review
conducted by the Los Angeles Unified School District indicating that all special education items are
compliant. (See Attachment J, LAUSD District Validation Review). Thus, the Charter School has cured
these special education issues and they cannot now serve as the basis for revocation of the Charter
School.
Second, with regard to the parent complaint received by the District on February 22, 2011 about a
student not receiving a transition assessment, the student was not assessed because according to school
records, the parent never made a request for assessment in writing. The counseling records do not
indicate that the parent addressed this issue with the counselor. The student was never referred for a
SST nor did the parent ever approach the special education office staff or school psychologist regarding
her concerns. Furthermore, by the time the mother finally did raise a concern, the student ran away
from home and never returned to the Charter School. As a result, the student could not be assessed by
the Charter School. If the student returns, he will be assessed immediately.
Third, with regard to the allegation that the District received an email from Reseda High School on
January 13, 2012 stating that a special education student had been "checked out" earlier that day, the
Charter School has no informat ion pertaining to this incident. As noted in the District Notice, the
Charter School staff has no knowledge of any student ever being denied admission or checked out of the
school based upon special education classification. Some students do change schools from time to time
due to other factors such as a change in primary residence, parental school choice, or alternate
placement for credit recovery purposes. If the District can provide the Charter School with additional
informat ion, the Charter School will research this issue further.
Fourth, as to the allegation that the District received an email from Reseda High School claiming that a
parent had told them that they could not enroll in Birmingham because Birmingham had refused
enrollment, the Charter School denies ever preventing a student from enrolling based upon special
education status. The Charter School suspects that this pupil may have been denied enrollment based
upon a failure to prove residency within the Birmingham High School attendance area or due to failure
to return a completed enrollment form.
As stated above under the Charter School ' s responses to the concernS about admissions, any student is
welcome to enroll in the Charter School now, as it is not full. The Charter School would accept these
individuals if they would like to attend the Charter School. Charter School staff has also been provided
with training to ensure that everyone understands the requirement to admit all pupils wishing to enroll
in the school.
As noted herein, the Charter School has cured all alleged violations of special education law.
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4. Addressing Parent and Student Complaints
The Charter School Board has made every effort to address parent and student complaints that have
been sent to the Charter School Board . Although not every complaint is elevated to the Board by the
complainants, the inci dents involving the basketball coach were specifically considered by the Charter
School Board. That issue is addressed further below.
Allegations of Racial Discrimination/ Office of Civil Rights Investigation
The Charter School did receive a complaint from Dr. Randall. Initially this complaint was filed with the
Athletic Director and Executive Director Marsha Coates and involved the basketball coach. However,
later this complai nt was expanded to include complaints that the administration was not appropriately
responding to the racial discrimination complaints raised initially.
Since Dr. Randall indicated at a Board meeting that the administration was not handling the matter
properly, the Charter School Board immediately hired an independent investigator to look into the
charges of racial discrimination. The District Notice criticizes the experience of the independent
investigator, but we do not believe that the District ever inquired as to his experience. For the record,
the Charter School would like the Di strict to take notice of the extensive and unique experience of the
independent investigator hired by the Charter School. Not only was he a retired police investigator as
the District Notice indicated, but he also has experience as a high school teacher and coach and is a
licensed private investigator hired by school districts and charter schools throughout California.
The independent third-party investigator hired by Birmingham Community Charter High School to
conduct the comprehensive investigation was Brian Heider. Mr. Heider is the President of Oracle
Investigations Group, Inc. (OIG). OIG is appropriately insured, is licensed with the California Department
of Corporations/ Secretary of State and operates as a full -service professional investigation agency which
specializes in school-related investigations within the State of California. Mr. Heider holds a vali d
professional investigators license (CA License Number 26661) which was issued by the California Bureau
of Security & Investigative Services (BSIS). The licensing protocol included certification that Mr. Heider
met or exceeded 6,000 hours of invest igative experience as well as a comprehensive licensing
examination and background check.
Mr. Heider has extensive experience as a professional invest igator, having served as a Detective for the
Cit y of Orange in Orange County, CA for eight years before a work-related medical injury prematurely
ended his career. He has been the recipient of a prestigious Southern California "Officer of the Year"
award and has testified as a court-recognized expert in multiple disciplines. During his tenure as a
Detective, Mr. Heider worked and solved comprehensive investigations, which included: hate crimes,
thefts, burglaries, robberies, assaults, narcotics offenses, gang offenses, child abuse investigations and
homicides. Mr. Heider has hundreds of hours of advanced training in sexual harassment, racial profiling,
anti-discrimination, hate crimes and bullying.
As the President of Oracle Investigations Group, Inc., Mr. Heider has assisted numerous schools and
districts across the State of California with their investigative needs. He is affiliated with the Association
of California School Administrators (ACSA) and the California Charter Schools Association (CCSA). In
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addition, Mr. Heider is affiliate with the California Association of Li censed Investi gators (CALI ) and the
Professional Investigators of California (PICA).
Mr. Heider has worked many notable school-related investigations, including hostile work environment
claims, racial and gender discrimination claims, thefts, embezzlements, comprehensive background
investigations, teacher/ student inappropriate physical relationship claims, personnel issues, retirement
fraud, academic degree fraud, workers compensation fraud, child pornography, computer forensics, and
forensi c examination and investigations. Mr. Heider has conducted these investigations on behalf of
traditional public school distri cts/ schools and charter school s (with investigations authorized by
granting/ oversight agencies as well as charter schools).
Mr. Heider also has experience as a high school social science teacher and water polo & swim coach.
This experience enables Mr. Heider to understand public school policies, procedures and best practices
and the context for racial discrimination complaints in a public school setting.
The Charter School Board asked the independent investigator to investigate the claims of racial
discrimination presented by Dr. Randall and to make findings about whether such incidents did or did
not occur. If a finding of discrimination had been made, the Charter School Board was fully prepared to
take appropriate personnel actions against the employees involved. However, Dr. Randall refused to
cooperate with the independent investigation, claiming that the mere fact that the investigator had
been hired by the Charter School Board was evidence that his report would be biased.
The independent investigation continued without the cooperation of Dr. Randall, and ultimately
concluded that no racial discrimination had taken place (See Attachment K, Independent Investigator' s
Report) . In spite of this finding by the independent investigator, Dr. Randall continued to maintain that
racial discrimination had taken place. The Charter School Board then took the extraordinary step of
appointing two members of the Charter School Board to meet directly with Dr. Randall and a
representative of the NAACP. Dr. Randall was encouraged by the Charter School Board to send any and
all evidence to this Board committee. Despite spending several hours with Dr. Randall and the
representative from the NAACP, the Charter School Board members also did not hear any evidence that
suggested racial discrimination had taken place at the school. The Charter School Board would like to
note that one of the two Charter School Board members participating in this meeting is a licensed
attorney in the State of California.
While the Charter School Board understands that District staff is and should be concerned when charges
of racial discrimination are made, investigations conducted by the administration of the Charter School ,
an independent investigator hired by the Charter School Board, and a Committee of the Charter School
Board, all found no evidence of racial discrimination. It is clear that Dr. Randall is not satisfied with the
outcome of those investigations, but that in and of itself does not support a finding that racial
discrimination ever took place.
In any event, Di strict staff then took the extraordinary step of referring parents with these as yet
unsubstantiated complaints to the Office of Civil Rights. The Office of Ci vil Rights opened an
investigation, as it is obligated to do, and this investigation is ongoing. An attorney from the Office of
Civil Rights is scheduled to interview all ofthe parties during the week of May 21, 2012. If this
investigation concludes that racial discrimination took place, the Charter School Board remains
committed to taking any and all appropriate actions. However, at this t ime there has been absolutely no
finding of racial discrimination by the Offi ce of Civil Rights. In fact, OCR has stated that, " Opening a
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complaint for investigation in no way implies that OCR has made a determination with regard to the
merits of the case. "
Further, the facts since the time of the initial filing of the complaint suggest that there are no ongoing
problems of discrimination even assuming that it did occur in a prior year. All of the African American
students who played junior varsity basketball in 2010-11 came back and played during the 2011-12
academic year for the same coach. Further, there have been no new discrimination complaints since Dr.
Randall and ot her parents associated with him filed their complaint.
It is clear that the District Notice is legally defective in that it attempts to make the giant leap that a
mere allegation of racial discrimination is sufficient to justify a finding of racial discrimination and that
this finding in turn can support revocation of the Charter School. Such is not the case. Even if the Office
of Civil Rights ultimately concludes that racial discrimination took place, the Charter School would still
have to be provided a reasonable opportuni t y to remedy such violations of law pursuant to Education
Code 47607.
On a related note, Executive Director Marsha Coates has not had her contract renewed for the 2012-13
academic year. Although this decision was unrelated to the discrimination complaint, we would argue
that the District must consider this fact in its determination of whether the complaint, even if true, has
been cured.
Finally, the Charter School is committed to the appropriate and timely handling of all complaints
submitt ed to the Charter School. To that end, the Charter School Board adopted a Uniform Complaint
Policy and Procedure (See Attachment L).
5. Other Governonce Issues
The District Notice claims that "Birmingham has also demonstrated a pattern of failing to meet its fiscal
obligations, failing to respond to inquiries and grievances from parents, and failing to oversee
operations including supervision of filming on campus." First, we would like to note that the District
Notice only includes one example of each of most of these issues since conversion of the school to
charter status, and that is not sufficient to justify a finding that a pattern of such issues exists. However,
we will address each of the specific examples below. In each case, we believe that the District Notice
does not contain a full set of facts surrounding these issues and that the additional information we are
providing should satisfy the District's concerns.
Fiscal Issues
The District Notice claims that the Charter School "currently owes LAUSD $251,978.25 for electricity,
water, irrigation and gas usage." The Charter School's calculations indicate that the Charter School does
not, in fact, owe these funds.
During its first year as a charter school in 2009-10, the District took $183,000 out of the Charter School 's
account without its permission to pay for claimed utilities costs. In addition, the District took another
$181,000 out of the Charter School's account without its permission to pay for claimed "construction
costs" for construction work performed on the Birmingham campus before the Charter School took over
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operation of the campus. The Charter School requested copies of the work orders that resulted in the
claimed $181,000 in charges; the work orders were all submitted and approved by the District, and were
submitted and approved before the Charter School took over operation of the campus. The District has
not been able to produce any work orders for the construction costs that were submitted and approved
by the Charter School. As a result, the Charter School disputes that it is responsible for this $181,000 in
construction costs, and the District and the Charter School have been in dispute since that time. The
Charter School, during this dispute, has proposed that the $181,000 in improperly deducted costs be
offset against utilities costs owed by the Charter School to the District.
As the Charter School does not dispute that it must pay the District for utilities costs it incurred, the
Charter School paid the District $150,000 during 2010-11 in good faith as the parties continued to
discuss the exact amounts owed.
In addition, the Charter School has already paid $850,000 during 2011-12 for current and past utilities
bills sent by the District.
Per the District' s records, the average monthly utility bill for the Birmingham campus is $42,700. Based
on that average, total utilities from August 15, 2009 (when the Charter School took over operation of
the campus) through April 15, 2012 should be approximately $1,366,400. To date, the Charter School
has paid the District $1,183,000 for utilities costs, with $181,000 remaining in dispute as set forth above.
If you add the $181,000 in disputed charges to the $1,183,000 already paid to the District (for a total of
$1,364,000)' the Charter School is current with utilities.
Even assuming that all utilities are owed to the District, these would be more than offset by the Charter
School's claims against the District for underpayment of operating budget funds to the Charter School.
This dispute is currently being arbitrated. However, the Fiscal Crisis Management Assistance Team
(" FCMAT" ) has estimated that the District owes the Charter School approximately an additional
$2,700,000 in funding f rom the 2009-10 fiscal year to the present. This number was submitted to the
arbitrator and District counsel shortly before this District Notice was issued, so perhaps District staff did
not have an opportunity to consider this prior to stating that they felt the District was entitled to the
much smaller sum for utilities.
As a sign of good faith, however, the Charter School is willing to pay the disputed utilities in monthly
installment s at a rate of $12,000 per month and submit this matter to arbitration as well. If the District
should lose the arbitration, the District would refund the utili t ies payment immediately to the Charter
School.
Supervising Filming Operations on Campus
The District Notice is correct that there was a filming incident on campus that occurred shortly prior to
the conversion of the school. In that case, the incident that occurred was not authorized or permitted
by the administration or staff. The filming permit did not reference any of the types of scenes or
footage that were shot for the GQ Magazine.
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As a result of this incident, the Charter School's administration determined that stricter oversight over
filming on campus was required because sometimes people do not accurately describe on the permit
request what they are intending to do. In order to combat this problem, the Charter School assigns a
school employee to physically supervise all filming on campus and to prevent any filming or pictures
with an inappropriate sexual content. A school employee also speaks with booking agents about the
restrictions on inappropriate filming in advance ofthe filming. Since these new procedures were put in
place nearly three years ago, no incidents had taken place until Spring of 2011.
The Charter School granted a license agreement to allow filming on campus for the film "This is
Awkward." A discussion was held by Mr. Prizant in advance with the agent and the producer to indicate
that absolutely no nudity would be permitted on the campus. The producer of the film agreed to this
restriction. Although Mr. Prizant was not on campus at the time of the filming, his assistant was on
campus and was supervising. The Filming Coordinator Assistant ordered that the filming stop when he
saw the actors had body suits on that mimicked nudity. Executive Director Marsha Coates was also on
site for a different meeting and came out to tell the crew that no more filming was to take place and
that this sort of scene had never been authorized by the school. A call was also placed to Mr. Prizant,
who came immediately to campus and reaffirmed that no further such filming would be permitted. The
producer acknowledged that this incident was a violation of his prior agreement with Mr. Prizant and
agreed to not resume the filming. A representative of the producer sent an email apologizing for the
incident (See Attachment M, Email from Production Company)
In this case, the Charter School followed its procedures by requiring that the people requesting a filming
license disclose what they intend to film. At no time during the license application was any request
made for filming of partial nudity. In fact, the Filming Coordinator had reached an express agreement
with the producer and the agent that this would not take place. When the producer attempted to film
this scene, the filming was immediately stopped by the Charter School's on site employee. There was
nothing more that could have been done to prevent this incident. Fortunately the filming incident
occurred on a Saturday when relatively few students were on campus. However, the Charter School has
not and will not tolerate filming of any nudity or other inappropriate sexual content on its campus. The
Charter School will continue to strictly enforce this policy. The Charter School's Executive Director also
has informed Film LA that all future productions on the Charter School campus must also be supervised
in person by an employee from Film LA in an effort to prevent incidents such as this from re-occurring.
Finally, the Charter School Board is proposing that the District allow it to insist that all future entities
wishing to do filming on campus be required to sign the attached addendum to the film licensing
agreement (See Attachment N, Proposed Addendum to Licensing Agreement). The Charter School
believes that this would further lessen the likelihood of reoccurrence of such an event because the
producers would be forced to sign a contract indicating their understanding of the types of filming that
would be prohibited.
The Charter School cannot be revoked for a failure by a third party to comply with school policies where
the Charter School has a policy to prevent such conduct, has done appropriate due diligence in advance,
and has enforced its policies immediately when issues have arisen.
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Foilure to Respond to Inquiries
The District Notice cites three specific failures by the Charter School to respond to District inquiries.
These are addressed below.
First, the District indicates that on or about January 13, 2012, the District sent a letter reminding the
Charter School of the District's mandate for all independent charter schools to submit their CALPADS
data to the District by February 22, 2012. The District indicates that after multiple additional inquiries,
the Charter School did not submit its information on time. The Charter School staff indicates that this is
not accurate. Troy Greene delivered the documents to the District in mid-January 2012. A signed
statement documenting this is attached (See Attachment 0 , Statement by Troy Greene). At the end of
February 2012, a second CALPADS file was hand delivered to the District.) As such, this issue was cured
at that time even if the initial file had not been delivered. As such, this cannot now serve as the basis of
revocation. Moreover, this is not a substantive issue because the Charter School filed the data with the
State of California directly by the appropriate deadline for the 2011-12 academic year (See Attachment
0 , CALPADS data report from State of California) .
Form 700 Filings
The District Notice indicates that on or about March 15, 2012, the District sent an email to the Charter
School and other charter schools reminding them that they must submit all of the Form 700s to the
District by March 12, 2012. The Charter School believes that all of these forms were previously
submitted to the District on time with the exception of a form for administrator Pat Dwyer who was on
medical leave at the time. Her form was submitted when she returned from medical leave during the
week of April 9, 2012.
However, since the Charter School did not retain copies of all of the forms submitted to the District, the
Charter School has attached a completed Form 700 for al l but one Board member and designated
employee. The one exception is a Board member who submitted her Form 700 directly to the District
and who maintained delivery tracking receipt proving delivery to the District (See Attachment P Form
700s and Proof of Delivery of Form 700).
Foir Contribution to Retirement Benefits
The District claims that the Charter School should pay a fair share of District retiree benefits costs.
However, the Charter School has no record of the District ever raising this issue prior to the Notice of
Violation or ever billing the Charter School for such sums the District believes it is owed. Moreover, no
payment is owed because the District told the Charter School in 2009 that employees of conversion
charter schools are not eligible to receive District retiree medical benefits and made the Charter School
purchase its own medical benefits during the first open enrollment period following the School's
conversion to charter status. As a result, the Charter School has established its own separate fund to
cover the cost of these retiree benefits for employees who left the District and now work for the Charter
School. Also, the District did already deduct from the Charter School's account the cost of medical
benefits in 2009 while the Charter School employees were covered by the District plan.
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Further, the Charter School would like to note that other conversion charter schools have also not been
billed by the District and have similarly not paid. It would be inappropriate to force the Charter School
to pay for a service that it never will receive, but it is especially egregious since the District is not treating
other conversion charter schools in the same manner. The District cannot use a failure to pay for a
service that it will never receive as a justification for revocation.
6. Allegation of Fiscal Mismanagement
The District Notice restates the allegations pertaining to an unpaid ut ility bill as just ification for its
cont ention that the Charter School has engaged in fiscal mismanagement. The Charter School
incorporates by reference its response to the utilities issue, above.
7. Allegation of Violation of Special Education Lows
The District makes four specif ic allegations regarding violations of law.
Pupil Records
The District argues that the Charter School is not in compliance with the requirement that a parent shall
have t he right and opportunity to examine all school records of his or her child and to receive copies
pursuant to this section and section 49065 within five business days after the request is made by the
parent, either orally or in writing. However, the District makes no claim and provides no evidence that
the Charter School is currently in violation of this statute, only that it once was not in compliance. As
noted above, this issue was resolved and the Charter School will provide such access to parents upon
request wit hin five business days. Training will be provided by Dr. Lasiter to appropriate staff to insure
that this issue is not repeated.
Transfer of Special Education Students
The Charter School agrees that it must comply with the IDEA, including 20 USC 1414 (d)(2)(C). Here
again, the District has not provided any evidence nor has it alleged any current violation of this statute.
At most, the District has alleged that the Charter School was not in compliance one t ime. The Chart er
School will continue to comply with this provision of law. As a result, this cannot serve as a basis f or
revocation ofthe charter.
Assessments
The Charter School agrees that it must assess special education students before making placement
decisions and will comply with Education Code section 56320. The District has not alleged that the
Charter School is not currently in compliance with this law or provided any evidence to this effect.
However, to the ext ent that the District believes that it has, the Cha rter School reiterates that it is
currently in compliance with law and will continue to be in the future. As such, this cannot serve as the
basis for revocation of t he charter.
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Charter Schools Act
The District argues that the Charter School has violated three provisions of the Charter Schools Act as
follows:
a. Education Code section 47605(d)(1) providing that admission to a charter school shall not be
determined according to a place of residence.
b. Education Code section 47605(d)(2) requiring charter schools to admit all students who apply.
c. Education Code section 47604.32 which requires a cha rter school to "promptly respond to all
reasonable inquiries ... from its chartering authority ... "
The Charter School acknowledges that Education Code section 47605(d)(1) provides that admission to a
charter school shall not be determined according to a place of residence within the State of California.
However, this same code provision goes on to state, " ... except that an existing public school converting
partially or entirely to a charter school under this part shall adopt and maintain a policy giving admission
preference to pupils who reside within the former attendance area of that public school." At this time
the Charter School is not oversubscribed, and thus this preference is not relevant to the admissions
process. As described above, the Charter School will admit all pupils until such time as the school is
oversubscribed. At that juncture, the Charter School will grant a preference to residents of the former
Birmingham High School attendance boundaries. The Charter School is currently in compliance with this
provision of law and has provided training to its staff regarding this issue. As a result, it cannot serve as
a basis for revocation of the charter.
The Charter School also acknowledges that Education Code section 47605(d)(2) requires charter schools
to admit all students who apply subject to the random public lottery process if the school is
oversubscribed. The Charter School is currently in compliance with this provision of law and has
provided training to its staff regarding this issue to ensure that it remains in compliance. As a result, it
cannot serve as a basis for revocation of the charter.
The Charter School acknowledges that it has an obligation to promptly respond to all reasonable
inquiries from it s chartering authority pursuant to Education Code 47604.32. The Charter School has
made a change in its senior administrati ve position and has directed it s new Interim Executive Director
to respond promptly to all District requests and inquiries. As such, the Charter School has cured any
alleged prior violations of this provision and this cannot serve as the basis for revocation of the Charter
School.
8. Procedural Defects Within Notice of Violation
The Charter School hopes that the detailed responses provided above will satisfy each and every one of
the District's concerns. If the District still has additional concerns or questions, it will be the Charter
School's objective to satisfy every additional question or concern prior to the May 23, 2012 deadline set
by the District for a response.
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In the event, however, that the District proceeds with revocation of the Charter School , the Charter
School wishes to be on record as objecting to the timeliness of the issuance ofthe Notice of Violation.
Title 5 CCR 11965 (f)(2) requires that the " ... violation(s) occurred within a reasonable period of time
before a notice of violation is issued." Here, some of the events cited by the district occurred a year ago,
two years ago, and in one case prior to the charter even being granted by the District. It is our
contention that this Notice was issued far too long after the alleged violations occurred.
The Charter School also wishes to be on record as objecting to the District Notice's failure to include the
date and duration of many of the alleged violations and failing to show that the violations are both
material and uncured as required by Title 5 CCR 11965 (f)(2).
Finally, the Charter School wishes to be on record as objecting to the vague nature of many of the
allegations, which did not have sufficient specificity (e.g., no student names provided) to allow the
Charter School to understand even what allegedly occurred or who was involved. This frustrated the
Charter School's ability to prepare an adequate and complete answer. The Charter School has, however,
attempted to answer every allegation in as much detail as possible and is providing its response in
advance of the deadline set by the District. The District has ample time, therefore, to provide the
Charter School with clarifying information and questions that would allow the Charter School to respond
in a full and complete manner.
Conclusion
The Charter School remains committed to our mission to create an academically challenging,
personalized, and supportive environment that prepares individual students to pursue their post high
school academic and career goals. While in some instances we disagree with the allegations in the
District Notice, we have implemented a plan of action to address the District's concerns and suggestions
to make our Charter School a better place going forward. We look forward to continuing a positive and
collaborative relationship with the District Board and staff. To this end, the Charter School would
welcome the District's advice as it searches for a new Executive Director and appoints additional board
members, who will share the Charter School and District' s desire for a collaborative and transparent
relationship that is grounded in mutual trust and respect.
Please do not hesitate to call me if you have any additional questions or if this response does not fully
satisfy all of the District's concerns.
Larry Schapiro, Board Chair
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Attachment A
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STATEMENT OF SUPPORT
We, the undersigned members of the UTLA bargaining unit at Birmingham !Community Charter High
School, are fuJly In support of Birmingham remaining a chart . h school.
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We, the undersigned members of the UTLA: bargaining it at Birmingham Community Charter High
School, are fully In support of.Birmlngha art r high school.
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We, the undersigned members of the unA bargaining unit at Birmingham U;;n;;;.,.,1", High
School, are fully in support of. Ingham
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School are fully in sup ort of Birmingham remaining a charter high school.
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Birmingham Community Charter High School
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EXPULSION DATA 2009-2012
January 14, 2011
October 22, 2010
December 1, 2010
dangerow object
Student had a controlled
substanee (marijuana) in bis
possession. Additionally, Jose
had a dangerous (knife) in his
Uulawfully possessed, used or
sold or otbenvise furnlsbed, or
been under the influence of any
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psycbologlst intern counseling
Student was Reinstated on
Reinstatement date
2011.student has not applied
for Reinstatement
REINSTATEMENT LETTER
SENT MAY 2, 2012
Reinstatement date Decemher
2011. Student bas not applied
for Reinstatement

SENT MAY
Reinstatement date April
Studeut Was Reinstated on
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another studenL In addition,
Student was in possession of a knife
on school grounds.
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another penon.
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100tbaU game student was under
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of narcotics and threatened to
stab school penonnel
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marijuana bags, admitted to
seiling them on campul
2010. Student has not applied
for Reinstatement
Reinstatement date January
for Reinstatement.
REINSTATEMENT LEITER
SENT MAY 2, 2012
Reinstatement date October
20ll.Student has Bot applied
for Rebut.tement
REINSTATEMENT LETI'ER
SENT MAY 2, 2012
Jnne 15, 20ll-Could have
reappUed in 6 months. NEVER
REAPPLIED.
2012. Student baa not applied
for Rein.tatement
March 2, 2010
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Junel,20ll
October 14,2011
Student was arre.ted by LASP
for posse.sion ors baggies of
marijuana
put
teacher's coffee
in tbe
Student was In possession of a
knife
Student while on campus had a
dangerous object (locking Blade
posse.sion of a deadly weapon
Reinstatement date March
2011. Student bas not
appliedl Appealed ExpDlslon
before Ibe Governing Board
and Expulsion was
npbdd.3/13n010
date January
20ll.Student has not applied
for Rdnstatemeat
RElNSTATEMENTLETTER
SENT MAY 2, 2012
Reinstatement date June 2012.
Student has aot applied for
Reinstatement
REINSTATEMENT LE'ITER
SENT MAY 2. 2012
Reinstatement date
2012 Student has not applied
Student has not applied for
Reinstatement
REINSTATEMENT LE'ITER
SENT MAY 2, 2012
2010
May 19,2011
was
marijuana
of Reinstatement date May, 2013
a faculty member
to I I>tudeDt was
June 17,2011
on
was
an created disturbance at
was _
an ereated disturbance at school
Student was in possession of a
eontroDed substance with the
inteDt to sell it to other students
students to attack a ninth gnder
and threatened a known gang
member
lOll. Student ha. not applied
for ReInstatement
date Mareh
2011. Student haa not applied
for Reinstlltement
REINSTATMENT LEITER
SENT MAY 2. lOU
Reinstatement date May
lOl2Student bas Dot applied
for Reinstatement
date
2010. Student baa Dot applied
for Reinstatement
January 12, 2010
August 10, 2010
October 6, 2011
was _
for battery on a school official
and was in possession of
substance in his possession
(ecstasy). In addition student sold
a controlled substance (ecstasy)
Stndent had a controlled
substance while on campus.
Addition Alex.b stated he was
going ta sell the marijuana to
another student
campus Student W i l l l U l ~
caused physical injuries to
another student. Student was
substance (marijuana) while on
campus. In addition he was
smoking marijuana.
date .
Stndent has not applied for
Reinstatement
for Reinstatement
2012
October 6, 2011
January 26, 2012
2012. Stndent has not applied
for Reinstatement
MAY
November 16. 2009
December 16, 2010
Never went
Expulsion. Student was a
senior and wo. checked out to
AEWC
September 15, 2011
was in po ...... ion of a
controlled .ub.tance
(marljuana)and he .old a
controlled substance to another
student
Student has a controlled
substance while on campus
(ecstasy). In addition he sold
Suspension and Expulsion
Procedur ... letter e
substance (marljuanO to
another student in addition he
had marijnana in bis poss .. sion
Student Bold a controlled
substante (alcohol) to another
stndent. In addition student was
under the influence and was
using profanity towards the dean
and school police officer
on
November 2010. Student has
uot appUed for Reinstatement
Reinstatement date December
7,2011.
for Reinstatement
Reinstatement date September
for Reinstatement
September
January 12, 2010
under
of alcoboL In addition student
was using profanity towards tbe
dean and school police officer
Student bad a controlled
substance wbiJe on campus
(ecstasy)
was in pos.esslon of
pocket bife and drug
parapbernalia. Disrupted school
activities. Pusbed a teacber to the
was _
marijuana. Students 4th offense
related to marijuana
"ecstasy" piUs to school and
seUlng them to students
on campus
Ipad from a teachers desk
an
date
for Reinstatement
February 11,2011
January
for Reinstatement.
for Reinstatement
Reinstatement
bas Dot applied for
June 17, 2010
30,2009
July 1, 2010
October 29, 2009
Student reeeived "eestasy" pills
from another student and sold
pills to other students
was In possession of a
knife
Student had a dangerous object
In her possession
was
marijuana
Student was In possession and
sold marijuana
Reinstatement date June 2011.
Reinstatement.
on
October 6, 2011. H Not
reapplied
Governing Board overturned
Expulsion on 912112010
February
2012.Student has not applied
for Reia.tatement.
SENT MAY 2, 2012
2810. Student hIS not applied
for Reinstatement
October 14,2010
September 10, 2010
Student was arrested and
charged with grand theft for
stealing an IPOD from a 6th
grade student
Student was cited by police for
being In poaession of alcohol and
a cigarette and for being under
the influence of alcohol,
was
for possession of a danlerom
object (brass knuckles) In
addition he bad mRrijuana in his
possession.
caused _
for Rehutatement
property in the aaist. Principals I 2013.
offtce in addition student had
Student used profanity towards a
teacher. Student was suspended
for this on several occasions.
2011. Studeat hu not applied
for Reinstatement
SENT MAY 2, 2012
June 16,2010
March l:;,zUU
March 9,2012
June 9,2011
October 14,2011
Student had a dangerous object
91atife) in his po.session
Procednres letter C
was arrested by LASPD
for po .. ession of marijuana and
found in posses.ion of graffiti
paraphernalia. He also admitted
to selliDg marijuana on and off of
Student .. as arrested on his way
to campns by LASPD for
possession of marijuana and
Student sold a controlled
substance (marijuana) to another
student while on campus. He
admitted to seUing other times on
campus
was
November 18, 2011
on
Friday March 30, 2012.
GovemiDg Board upheld
Expulsion.
on
ReiDstatement date March IS,
2013
Reinstatement date March
2013.
RoiDstatement until June of
2012
SENT MAY 2. 2012
No Reinstatement until
October oU012.
SENT MAY 2, 2012
FebrWlry 10,
Mareh 28, 2012
November 15,
Letter f. Caused or attempted to I February 2013
on
2011
was Cited by poliCe for I KeiUStllted on
beiug in possession of marijuna 20U
and for vandalism. Student
tagged the desk and Walls of
was in felony
of drugs
was arrested by LASPD
for vandalism and found iu
of a dangerous object
Student violated Element
Procedures Letter e
can
Reinstatement March 2013
No
November 20U.
REINSTATEMENT LETI'ER
No Reinstatement until Mareb
2013
November 10, 2011
29,
22,2010
Jannary 13,2010
substance (marijuana) in his
possession while on campus. In
addition he had a scale and
admitted to selling marijuana Cor
substance (marijuanll) while on
campus to another student
Student sold
another student
Student caused physical injury to
another person
No Reinstatement until
November 2012
Reinstatement
February 8, 2011. Successfully
Reinstated on January 26,
Cor Reinstatement.
RElNSTATEMENTLETTER
SENT MAY 2, 2012
2011. Studentha. not applied
for Reinstatement.
January 20, 2010
October 10, 2010
on campus
vandalized scbool police car
when he threw a rock through
the window
Student vandalized a school
police car
a controlled
substance (ecstasy) while on
.,....pns. In addition student sold
Ihe controlled substance to
ata _
b8llketbaU game at Hamilton
High .tudent acted ont and thea
left the game and key all sides of
the coach's car.
until June
2012
Reinstalement date January
for Reinstatement
was
December 7, 2011
on
20U.Governing Board upheld
Expulsion. Reinstatement date
March 2012. Studeut bas not
applied
October 22, 2010
November 10, 2011
September 10,20141
substanc< (substance) while on
campus. In addition student sold
controlled substance(marijuana)
to another student
an
(400z beer) in bis possession
while on campus. Additionally
student willfnlly defied scbool
personal when he came to the
game when he was suspended tbe
substance (ecstasy) while on
campus, In addition helped
an
pill from another student with
the intent to sell it to someone
else
Stndent had a controUed
sub.tance (marijuana) while on
student
Reinstatement
for Reinstatement.
SENT MAY 2, 2012
Appeal
30,2011. Governing Board
upheld the Expulsion.
Reinstatement date November
2012.
2011
date December
for Reinstatement
was denied
Reinstatement on March 24,
2011. Student was successfully
Reinstated on April 11, 2012
for Reinstatement
Attachment D
Expulsion Rates based on ODE ReportIU-12
Name of School Grades Number of Number of Expulsion Percentage
Students Expnlslons Rate Rate
Animo Ralph Bunche High School 9-12 527 I 1/527 .2%
Animo Watts Charter High School 8-11 416 1 11416 .2%
Environmental Charter High School 9-12 450 1 11450 .2%
Frederick Douglas Academy 9-12 419 1 11419 .2%
Aspire Pacific Academy 9-11 320 1 11320 .3%
Synergy Kinetic Academy 6-8 400 1 11400 .3%
Birmingham Community Charter High School 9-12 2700 12 11225 .4%
Stella Middle Charter Academy 5-8 480 2 11240 .4%
Bert Corona Charter School 6-8 362 2 11181 .6%
Bright Star Secondary Charter Academy 9- 12 171 I 11m .6%
Monsenor Oscar Romero Charter School 6-8 300 2 1/150 .7%
Triumph Charter Academy 6-8 275 2 11138 .7%
Nueva Esperanza Charter Academy 6-8 213 2 11107 .9"10
Lakeview Charter High 9-12 97 I 1197 1.0%
- - -- --
Birmingham makes up 38% of the total number of students In this document and in this document we only make up 40% of the expUlsions.
May 1, 2012
Attachment E
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ELEMENT 10
SUSPENSION AND EXPULSION PROCEDURES
The procedures by which pupils can be suspended or expelled.
California Education Code Section 47605(b)(5)(J)
Comprehensive policies for pupil conduct and discipline have been established in
collaboration with parents, pupils, and staff in order to promote learning and protect the
safety and well being of all pupils and staff at the school. This policy shall serve as the
Charter School's policy and procedures for student suspension and expulsion and it may
be amended from time to time without the need to amend the charter so long as the
amendments comport with legal requirements.
Pupil conduct and discipline policies are subject to review and revision by the Governing
Board. When a policy is violated, it may be necessary to suspend a pupil from regular
classroom instruction and/or expel a pupil from the charter school.
Corporal punishment: corporal punishment includes the willful infliction of, or causing
the willful infliction of, physical pain on a pupil. For the purposes of the Policy,
corporal punishment does not include an employee's use of force that is reasonable and
necessary to quell a disturbance threatening physical injury to persons or damage to
property, for purposes of self-defense, or to obtain possession of weapons or other
dangerous objects within the control of the pupil.
Suspended or expelled students shall be excluded from all school and school-related
activities unless otherwise agreed during the period of suspension or expulsion.
Student discipline and procedures for suspension and expulsion shall include positive
behavioral interventions. Discipline includes but is not limited to advising and counseling
pupils, conferring with parents/guardians, detention during and after school hours, the use
of alternative educational environments, suspension, and expUlsion.
Who is Subject to Disciplinarv Procedures
School staff shall enforce disciplinary rules and procedures fairly and consistently among
all pupils.
Notification of Policies and Procedures
The CEO shall insure that pupils and their parents/guardians are notified in writing upon
enrollment of all policies and procedures for pupil conduct and discipline. All policies
and procedures for pupil conduct and discipline shall be available upon request in the
main office of the Charter School.
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Grounds For Suspension And Expulsion
I. Grounds for Suspension and Expulsion of Students
A student may be suspended or expelled for prohibited misconduct if the act is
related to school activity or school attendance occurring at the School or at any
other school or a School sponsored event at anytime including but not limited to:
a) while on school grounds; b) while going to or coming from school; c) during
the lunch period, whether on or off the school campus; d) during, going to, or
coming from a school-sponsored activity.
2. Enumerated Offenses
A pupil may be suspended from BCCHS or recommended for expulsion for one or
more of the following offenses:
a) Caused, attempted to cause, or threatened to cause physical injury to
another person; or willfully used force or violence upon the person of
another, except in self-defense.
b) Possessed, sold, or otherwise furnished any firearm, knife, explosive, or
other dangerous object unless, in the case of possession of any object of
this type, the students had obtained written permission to possess the item
from a certificated school employee, with the CEO or designee's
concurrence.
c) Unlawfully possessed, used, sold, or otherwise furnished, or been under
the influence of, any controlled substance, as defmed in Health and Safety
Code 11053-11058, an alcoholic beverage, or an intoxicant of any kind.
d) Unlawfully offered, arranged, or negotiated to sell any controlled
substance as defined in Health and Safety Code 11053-11058, an
alcoholic beverage, or an intoxicant of any kind, and either sold, delivered
or otherwise furnished to any person another liquid substance or material
and represented same as controlled substance, alcoholic beverage or
intoxicant.
e) Committed or attempted to commit robbery or extortion.
f) Caused or attempted to cause damage to school property or private
property.
g) Stolen or attempted to steal school property or private property.
h) Possessed or used tobacco, or any products containing tobacco or
nicotine products, including but not limited to cigars, cigarettes, miniature
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cigars, clove cigarettes, smokeless tobacco, snuff, chew packets and betel.
i) Committed an obscene act or engaged in habitual profanity or vulgarity.
j) Unlawfully possessed or unlawfully offered, arranged, or negotiated to
sell
any drug paraphernalia, as defined in Health and Safety Code 11014.5.
"Paraphernalia" is defined as inclusive of all elements and references
within the Health and Safety Code 11364-11376, essentially, all
equipment, products, and materials of any kind which are intended for use
or designed for use, in planting, propagating, cultivating,growing,
harvesting, manufacturing, compounding, converting, producing,
processing, preparing, testing, analyzing, packaging, repackaging, storing,
containing, concealing, injecting, ingesting, inhaling, or otherwise
introducing into the human body a controlled
substance. A list of specific items included in the definition of "drug
paraphernalia" can be found in Health and Safety Code 11364-11376
k) Disrupted school activities or otherwise willfully defied the valid
authority of supervisors, certificated personnel, administrators, school
officials, or other school personnel engaged in the performance of their
duties.
I) Knowingly received stolen school property or private property.
m) Possessed an imitation firearm. As used in this section, imitation
firearm means a replica of a firearm that is so substantially similar in
physical properties to an existing firearm as to lead a reasonable person to
conclude that the replica is a firearm.
n) Committed or attempted to commit a sexual assault as defined in Penal
Code 261, 266c, 286, 288, 288a or 289, or committed a sexual battery as
defined in Penal Code 243.4. "Sexual battery" is defined as inclusive of all
elements from California Penal Code 243.4, essentially, the touching of
intimate parts of another person against the will of the person who was
touched for the purpose of sexual arousal, sexual gratification, or sexual
abuse. "Touching" means physical contact with another person, whether
accomplished directly, through the clothing of the person committing the
offense, or through theclothing of the victim. "Intimate part" means the
sexual organ, anus, groin, or buttocks of any person, and the breast of a
female.
0) Harassed, threatened or intimidated a pupil who is a complaining
witness or witness in a school disciplinary proceeding for the purpose of
either preventing that pupil from being a witness or retaliating against that
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pupil for being a witness, or both.
p) Unlawfully offered, arranged to sell, negotiated to sell, or sold the
prescription drug Soma.
q) Engaged in or attempted to engage in hazing of another. For the
purposes of this subdivision, "hazing" means a method of initiation or
pre-initiation into a pupil organization or body, whether or not the
organization or body is officially recognized by an educational
institution, which is likely to cause serious bodily injury or personal
degradation or disgrace resulting in physical or mental harm to a
former, current, or prospective pupil. For purposes of this section,
"hazing" does not include athletic events or school-sanctioned events.
r) Aiding or abetting as defined in Section 31 of the Penal Code, the
infliction or attempted infliction of physical injury to another person
may be subject to suspension, but not expulsion, pursuant to this
section, except that a pupil who has been adjudged by a juvenile court
to have committed, as an aider and abettor, a crime of physical
violence in which the victim suffered great bodily injury or serious
bodily injury shall be subject to discipline pursuant to subdivision (I)
above.
s) Made terrorist threats against school officials andlor school property.
For purposes of this section, "terroristic threat" shall include any
statement, whether written or oral, by a person who willfully threatens
to commit a crime which will result in death, great bodily injury to
another person, or property damage in excess of one thousand dollars
($1,000), with the specific intent that the statement is to be taken as a
threat, even if there is no intent of actually carrying it out, which, on
its face and under the circumstances in which it is made, is so
unequivocal, unconditional, immediate, and specific as to convey to
the person threatened, a gravity of purpose and an immediate prospect
of execution of the threat, and thereby causes that person reasonably to
be in sustained fear for his or her own safety or for his or her
immediate family's safety, or for the protection of school property, or
the personal property of the person threatened or his or her immediate
family.
t) Committed sexual harassment, as defined in Education Code Section
212.5. For the purposes of this section, the conduct described in
Section 212.5 must be considered by a reasonable person of the same
gender as the victim to be sufficiently severe or pervasive to have a
negative impact upon the individual's academic performance or to
create an intimidating, hostile, or offensive educational environment.
This section shall apply to pupils in any of grades 4 to 12, inclusive.
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u) Caused, attempted to cause, threatened to cause, or participated in an
act ofhate violence, as defined in subdivision (e) of Section 233 of the
Education Code. This section shall apply to pupils in any of grades 4
to 12, inclusive.
v) Intentionally harassed, threatened or intimidated a student or group of
students and school personnel that is sufficiently pervasive to the
extent of having the actual and reasonably expected effect of
materially disrupting class work, creating substantial disorder and
invading student rights by creating an intimidating or hostile
educational environment. This section shall apply to pupils in any of
grades 4 to 12, inclusive.
w) Engaged in an act of bullying, including, but not limited to, bullying
committed by means of an electronic act, as defmed in subdivisions (I)
and (g) of Section 32261 of the Education Code, directed specifically
toward a pupil or school personnel.
Mandatory Explusions
Possessed, sold, or otherwise furnished any fireann, knife, explosive, or other
dangerous object unless, in the case of possession ofany object of this type, the
students had obtained written permission to possess the item from a certificated
school employee, with the CEO or designee's concurrence.
Unlawfully offered, arranged, or negotiated to sell any controlled substance as
defined in Health and Safety Code 11053-11058, an alcoholic beverage, or an
intoxicant of any kind, and either sold, delivered or otherwise furnished to any
person another liquid substance or material and represented same as controlled
substance, alcoholic beverage or intoxicant.
Committed or attempted to commit a sexual assault as defined in Penal Code
261, 266c, 286, 288, 288a or 289, or committed a sexual battery as defined in
Penal Code 243.4.
Unlawfully offered, arranged to sell, negotiated to sell, or sold the prescription
drug Soma.
Brandishing a knife at another person
Students are subject to mandatory expulsion from BCCHS for violation of the
Federal Gun-Free Schools Act of 1994.
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Suspension Procedures
Suspensions from Class: A teacher generated suspension from class is for the day of the
violation and the next meeting of that class such that at most two full classes periods will
be missed for that suspension The teacher shall immediately report the suspension to the
Dean, who will then report the suspension to the CEO. The pupil will be sent to the Dean
or an administrator for appropriate action, which may include suspension from school
or other disciplinary measures.
Suspensions from school shall be initiated according to the following procedures:
1. Conference:
Suspension shall be preceded, if possible, by informal conference conducted by
the CEO or the CEO's designee with the pupil and his or her parent and, whenever
practicable, the teacher, supervisor or school employee who referred the pupil to
the CEO.
The conference may be omitted if the CEO or designee determines that
an emergency situation exists. An emergency situation involves a clear and present
danger to the lives, safety, or health of pupils or school personnel. Ifa pupil is
suspended without this conference, both the parent/guardian and pupil shall be
notified of the pupil's right to return to school for the purpose of the conference.
At the conference, the pupil shall be informed of the reason for the disciplinary
action and the evidence against himlher and shall be given the opportunity to
present his/her version and evidence in his/her defense.
This conference shall be held within two school days, unless the pupil waives this
right or is physically unable to attend for any reason, including, but not limited to
incarceration or hospitalization.
No penalties may be imposed on a pupil for failure of the pupil ' s parent or
guardian to attend a conference with school officials. Reinstatement of the
suspended pupil shall not be contingent upon attendance by the pupil's parent or
guardian at the conference.
2. Notice to Parents/Guardians
At the time of the suspension, the CEO or designee shall make a reasonable effort
to contact the parent/guardian by telephone or in person. Whenever a pupil is
suspended, the parent/guardian shall be notified in writing of the suspension. This
notice shall state the specific offense committed by the pupil. In addition, the
notice may also state the date and time when the pupil may return to school.
I f school officials wish to ask the parent/guardian to confer regarding matters
pertinent to the suspension, the notice may request that the parent/guardian
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respond to such requests without delay.
3. Suspension Time Limits! Recommendation for Expulsion
Suspensions, when not including a recommendation for expUlsion, shall not
exceed five (5) consecutive school days per suspension, unless suspension is
extended by the CEO pending an expulsion hearing. Suspensions shall not total
more than 20 days for the school year.
Students may appeal suspensions to the director, then to the CEO, and
then to the BCCHS Board. Decisions of the Board are final.
Students will be given the equivalent number of days as the suspension, to make
up missed work during the suspension. Students who are suspended more than 3
consecutive days will be given independent work assignments to complete during
the suspension that will be equally weighted with missed c1asswork during the
suspension. The student's academic mark will not be penalized due to the
suspension if the alternative assignments are adequately completed.
Upon recommendation of expulsion by the CEO, the pupil and pupil's guardian
or representative will be invited to a conference to determine if the suspension for
the pupil should be extended pending an expulsion hearing. The CEO will make
this determination upon either of the following determinations:
I) the pupil's presence will be disruptive to the education process or
2) the pupil poses a threat or danger to others.
Upon either determination, the pupil's suspension will be extended pending the
results of an expUlsion hearing.
Expulsion of Students
An expUlsion however will require a hearing before the Expulsion Panel which consists
of three certificated members and two board members. The certificated members will be
an administrator completely uninvolved with the suspension or investigation of the
incident and teachers who have no involvement with the incident and are not the
student's teachers. Thereafter an expulsion appeal may be made to the full Charter
School board.
The CEO will investigate and gather evidence from witnesses when there is reasonable
suspicion of a violation following all pupil due process rights and confidentiality
expectations.
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Except for expulsions for offenses listed under Education Code Section 48915(c), the
Expulsion panel or Full Board may only expel a student upon the findings that the student
committed the expellable offense and at least one of the following may be substantiated:
I.) That other means of correction are not feasible or have repeatedly failed to bring
about proper conduct.
2.) That due to the nature of the violation, the presence of the student causes a continuing
danger to the physical safety of the student or others.
Expulsion Procedure
A student recommended for expulsion is entitled to a hearing to determine whether the
student should be expelled. The hearing shall be held within thirty (30) school days after
the CEO or designee determines that one of the acts listed under "Grounds for
Suspension and Expulsion" has occurred.
The hearing will be presided over by the Chair of the Expulsion Panel. The hearing shall
be held in closed session unless the pupil requests a public hearing in writing 3 days prior
to the hearing. Written notice of the hearing shall be forwarded to the student and the
student's parent/guardian at least ten (10) calendar days before the date ofthe hearing.
The notice shall include:
I. The date and place of the hearing;
2. A statement of the specific facts, charges and offense upon which the proposed
expulsion is based;
3. A copy ofBCCHS disciplinary rules that relate to the alleged violation;
4. Notification of the student's or parent/guardian' s obligation to provide information
about the student's status in BCCHS to any other district in which the student seeks
enrollment;
5. The opportunity for the student or the student's parent/guardian to appear in person or
to employ and be represented by counsel;
6. The right to inspect and obtain copies of all documents to be used at the hearing;
7. The opportunity to confront and question all witnesses who testify at the hearing;
8. The opportunity to question all evidence presented and to present oral and document
evidence on the student's behalf including witnesses.
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Special Procedures for Expulsion Hearings Involving Sexual Assault or Battery
Offenses
The School may, upon a finding of good cause, determine that the disclosure of
either the identity of the witness or the testimony of that witness at the hearing, or
both, would subject the witness to an unreasonable risk of psychological or
physical harm. Upon this determination, the testimony of the witness may be
presented at the hearing in the form of sworn declarations which shall be
examined only by the School or the hearing officer. Copies of these sworn
declarations, edited to delete the name and identity of the witness, shall be made
available to the pupil.
I. The complaining witness in any sexual assault or banery case must be
provided with a copy of the applicable disciplinary rules and advised of
hislher right to (a) receive five days notice of hislher scheduled testimony,
(b) have up to two (2) adult support persons ofhislher choosing present in
the hearing at the time he/she testifies, which may include a parent,
guardian, or legal counsel, and (c) elect to have the hearing closed while
testifying.
2. The School must also provide the victim a room separate from the hearing
room for the complaining witness' use prior to and during breaks in
testimony.
3. At the discretion of the person or panel conducting the hearing, the
complaining witness shall be allowed periods of relief from examination
and cross-examination during which he or she may leave the hearing
room.
4. The person conducting the expUlsion hearing may also arrange the seating
within the hearing room to facilitate a less intimidating environment for
the complaining witness.
5. The person conducting the expulsion hearing may also limit time for
taking the testimony of the complaining witness to the hours he/she is
normally in school, if there is no good cause to take the testimony during
other hours.
6. Prior to a complaining witness testifying, the support persons must be
admonished that the hearing is confidential. Nothing in the law precludes
the person presiding over the hearing from removing a support person
whom the presiding person finds is disrupting the hearing. The person
conducting the hearing may permit anyone of the support persons for the
complaining witness to accompany him or her to the witness stand.
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7. If one or both of the support persons is also a witness, the School must
present evidence that the witness' presence is both desired by the witness
and will be helpful to the School. The person presiding over the hearing
shall permit the witness to stay unless it is established that there is a
substantial risk that the testimony of the complaining witness would be
influenced by the support person, in which case the presiding official shall
admonish the support person or persons not to prompt, sway, or influence
the witness in any way. Nothing shall preclude the presiding officer from
exercising his or her discretion to remove a person from the hearing whom
he or she believes is prompting, swaying, or influencing the witness.
8. The testimony of the support person shall be presented before the
testimony of the complaining witness and the complaining witness shall be
excluded from the courtroom during that testimony.
9. Especially for charges involving sexual assault or battery, if the hearing is
to be conducted in the public at the request of the pupil being expelled, the
complaining witness shall have the right to have his/her testimony heard in
a closed session when testifying at a public meeting would threaten
serious psychological harm to the complaining witness and there are no
alternative procedures to avoid the threatened harm. The alternative
procedures may include videotaped depositions or contemporaneous
examination in another place communicated to the hearing room by means
of closed-circuit television.
10. Evidence of specific instances of a complaining witness' prior sexual
conduct is presumed inadmissible and shall not be heard absent a
determination by the person conducting the hearing that extraordinary
circumstances exist requiring the evidence be heard. Before such a
determination regarding extraordinary circumstance can be made, the
witness shall be provided notice and an opportunity to present opposition
to the introduction of the evidence. In the hearing on the admissibility of
the evidence, the complaining witness shall be entitled to be represented
by a parent, legal counsel, or other support person. Reputation or opinion
evidence regarding the sexual behavior of the complaining witness is not
admissible for any purpose.
Record of Hearing
A record of hearing shall be made and may be maintained by any means, including
electronic recording, as long as reasonably accurate and complete written transcription of
the proceedings can be made.
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Presentation of Evidence
While technical rules of evidence do not apply to expulsion hearings, evidence may be
admitted and used as proof only if it is the kind of evidence on which reasonable persons
can rely in the conduct of serious affairs. A decision to expel by the Expulsion Panel or
by the full Board must be supported by substantial evidence that the student committed
any ofthe acts listed in "Grounds for Suspension and Expulsion" above. Findings offac!
shall be based solely on the evidence at the hearing. While no evidence shall be based
solely on hearsay, sworn declarations may be admitted as testimony from witnesses of
whom the discipline committee or designee determines that disclosure of their identity or
testimony at the hearing may subject them to an unreasonable risk of physical or
psychological harm and are exception to hearsay.
If due to a wri!ten request by the expelled pupil, the hearing is held at a public meeting,
and the charge is committing or attempting to commit a sexual assault or committing a
sexual battery as defined in Education Code Section 48900, a complaining witnesses
shall have the right to have his or her testimony heard in session closed to the public
when testifYing at a public meeting as determined by the discipline committee would
threaten serious psychological harm, including, but not limited to, video-taped deposition
or contemporaneous examination in another place communicated to the hearing room by
means of close-circuit televisions.
The decision of the Expulsion Panel shall be in written form within five (5) school days
following the conclusion of the hearing.
If the Expulsion Panel decides not to recommend expulsion, the pupil shall immediately
be returned to hislher educational program.
Written Notice to Expel
The CEO or designee following a decision of the Expulsion Panel or the full Board to
expel shall send written notice of the decision to expel to the student's parent/guardian.
The notice shall include the following:
1.) The specific offense committed by the student for any of the acts listed in "Grounds
for Suspension and Expulsion" above;
2.) Notice of the right to appeal the expUlsion. Expulsion Appeals shall be brought to the
Board President for the full Board of Directors will hear expulsion appeals and will
follow the expUlsion appeal procedures outlined in Education Code Sections 48919-
48924.
3.) Notice of the student or parent/guardian's obligation to inform any new district in
which the student seeks to enroll of the student's status with the BCCS
4)The reinstatement eligibility review date
5)A copy of the rehabilitation plan
6) The type of educational placement during the period of expulsion
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The CEO or designee shall send written notice of the decision to expel to the student's
district of residence. This notice shall include the following:
a. The student's name;
b. The specific offense committed by the student for any of the acts listed in "Grounds
for Suspension or Expulsion" above.
Expulsion Appeal
Parents can appeal the expulsion decision to the full Board of Directors within 5 days of
the decision to expel the student. The appeal will be heard by the full Board of Directors
within 10 school days. The appealing parent must attend the meeting to present the
appeal. The decision of the full Board of Directors is final.
Records and Reporting
BCCHS shall maintain records of all pupil suspensions and expUlsions at the school. Both
suspensions and expulsion data shall be made available for LAUSD's review upon
request.
Alternative Education
The governing board shall refer a pupil who has been expelled to a program of study
which meets all of the conditions specified in subdivision (d) ofCA Education Code
48915.
BCCAS will work with the district from which an expelled pupil originated on an interim
placement at another school.
If a student is under an expulsion order from another school district (LEA), all information
must be provided to the BCCAS Expulsion Panel for review. The BCCAS Expulsion
Panel will determine if enrollment will be granted.
Rehabilitation Plans
Pupils who are expelled from the charter school shall be given a rehabilitation plan upon
expUlsion as developed by the charter school's governing board at the time of the
expulsion order, which may include, but is not limited to, periodic review as well as
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assessment at the time of review for readmission. The rehabilitation plan should include a
date not later than one year from the date of expulsion when the pupil may reapply to the
charter school for readmission.
Readmission
The decision to readmit a pupil or to admit a previously expelled pupil from another
school district or charter school shal1 be in the sole discretion of the charter school's
governing board and the pupil and guardian or representative, to determine whether the
pupil has successful1y completed the rehabilitation plan and to determine whether the
pupil poses a threat to others or will be disruptive to the school environment. The pupil ' s
readmission is also contingent upon the capacity of the charter school at the time the
pupil seeks readmission. Students who are not reinstated will be notified in writing of
such with reasons why the reinstatement was denied. Once a reinstatement has been
denied, the student will be given notice of anew eligibility review date. CA Education
Code 48915. 1 notifications, timelines, and appeals procedures will be fol1owed if the
governing board receives a request from a student who has been expelled from BCCHS
seeking readmission.
If a student is enrolled who has been expelled from another district, the Director of
Discipline will obtain the rehabilitation plan from the expelling district. The student will
be evaluated by school counselors and the Director of Discipline to support the
rehabilitation plan as recommend by the expelling district.
Spedal Procedures for the Consideration of Suspension and Expulsion of Stndents
with Disabilities
In the case of a student who has an IEP, or a student who has a 504 Plan, the charter will
ensure that it follows the correct disciplinary procedures to comply with the mandates of
state and federal laws, including the IDEA and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Plan of
1973. As set forth in the MOU regarding special education between the District and the
Charter School an IEP team, including a district representative, will meet to conduct a
manifestation determination and to discuss alternative placement utilizing the District's
Policies and Procedures Manual. Prior to recommending expulsion for a student with a
504 Plan, the charter administrator will convene a Link Determination meeting to ask the
following two questions: A) Was the misconduct caused by, or directly and substantially
related to the student's disability? B) Was the misconduct a direct result of the Charter'S
failure to implement the 504 Plan?
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Suspension and Expulsion Data
Birmingham Community Charter School agrees to collect suspension and expulsion data
which would be made available for district review. Outcome data maintained includes:
Suspensions
Expulsions & Expulsion Placements
Reinstatements
Out of District Expellees
Attachment F
VIP OUTPATIENT TREATMENT CENTJijR
18417 NonlholfSt. Stell D NortU:idCc, CA 91325
Tel: (818) 734-2761 ; Fax: (818) 734-2762
MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING BY AND BETWEEN
VIP Outpatleat Treatment Center and Birmingham Community Charter
IDebSehooL
This Memorandum ofUndentandiDg (MOU) between VIP Outpatie.llt
Treatment Center located at 18417 NbrdhoffSt Ste. #D. Northridge, CA 91325
and BirmiDgha.m. Community Charter IDeb Sehooi.Specifies respective duties
and responsibilities for the parties in wilrldng co1labDrative\y to facilitate the
enrollment of eligible AT-Risk Youth into Intcosivc Outpatient Rehabilitative
Treatment
1. VIP Outpatient TrealmeDt Cmter will provide cumnt information,
regardina rules and regulations govCrmng enrollment, diaibility and general
scope ofTreatmenI, inc1udin& appliCation materlala, and aarees to review
materials adapted, dcvc10pcd or utilized by BirmiDpam Commllllity
Charter mp Sehool for distributi(m to staft collabotaton andIor families to
ensure acatJl'lWy of conmnt and appropriateness. '.
2. VIP Outpatleat Center will outstation trained workers to locations otlw than
VIP Outpatieat Treatment offices. as available and appropriate,
including school and community .gs, for the pmpose of facilitating
enrollment and eligibility c!eterminafon for At-RiU Youth.
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3. VIP Outpatient Treatment Conte( agrees to coordinate with BirmiDcham
CommllDity Charter Bi&h Sehool the assignment and scheduling of
Counselina Staff at locations wbeneYer that assignment 0CC\IlI at or near
17000 Havnes SI. Van Nun. CA. 91406. or which specificaUy targets or may
haYe significant impact on At-RiU r outh in that area. That coordination
includes, but may not be Umit8d to the development of criteria for site
selection, specific of Counseling Staff at locations
whcnevcr that assignment occurs at or ncar Blrmin&Jlul Community
Charter HJcb Sehool or which specific:ally targets or may have significant
impact on At- Rlsk Youth in that area. That coordination includes, but mey
not be limit8d to the development of crit8ria for aim seloction, specific
ncedslrequiremeots of Counselina Staff in non-traditional settings, and
wbt:never possible, advance notification of assignment or removal of
Counseling Staff from those sites. 'Iie final determination of staffing and
locations with Blrminebam Community Charter Bi&h SchooL
4. VIP Outpatient Treatment will provide and maintain a list of
appropriate contacts for coordination and commllIlication rcaarding activities
in this MOU. .
5. VIP Outpatimt Treatmmt Cater will participate with Birmingham
CommllDity Chlrter Hich Schoo! its staft partners and families, in
planning, implementation and of outreach aDd enrollment efforts
aimed at increasing access to Outpltient Treatment for At-Risk Youth.
6. Birmingham Community Charter JIi&h SclIool agrees to assist VIP
Outpatient Treatmeat Center with outreach and enrollment efforts where
appropriate. 1bat assistance may iIJi;lude: provision of general information
about policies/procedures; aa:eIII lei non-restricted intbrmation about chiIdrcn
and fiunilies; participation in the idC:ntification of sites; provision of limited
access to parIdng, appropriate worIq space, telephones, facsimile machines and
copiers (i.e. limited to enrollment ai:tivity specificaJly affecting enroJlcd At-
Risk Youth).
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7. Blrminplm CommllDity Chartat Hich School, staff, partners and
volunteers involved in outreach activities agree to follow VIP Outpatient
Treatmeat Center auidclines and/or guidelines estabJishcdjointly throuah
this agreemeut in makina referraJa.
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8. VIP Outpatieat Treatment Cmtat' staff, partners and volUD!cers involved in
outreach activities agree to follow Community Charter IIich
School regulations regarding the copfidentiality of information pertainina to
applicants/participants of Rehabilitative Treatment
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9. Birmingham Community School designee will serve as the
specific liaison with VIP Oatpa Tnltmeat Center for coordination and
communication regarding in this MOU. VIP Outpatient
Treatment Center Program r, or designee, will serve as the VIP
Oatpatlent Treatment Center liaiSOD with Birmingham Community
Charter HIgh SclIooL
10. Disputes, ifany, regarding this MOU (whether they occur at the local site or
more centrally) shaIJ be referred to the VIP Outpadmt Treatmlllt ClIlter
and Blrmfnpam Community Charter High SchooL
11. Each party shall indemnify, defend and bold harmless the other party and its
officers, directors. employees, agents and representatives from any and all
liabilities, losses damages, claims lind expenses of any kind, including costs
and attorney's fees relating to the dirties and obligations of the indemnifying
party andlor its officers, dim:tors. employees, and agents and representatives
under this MOU except for breachds of confidentiality.
12. VIP Outpatient Treatment Center and Birmingbam CommlllLity Cbarter
Hip Scbool agree to amend this MOU as needed to accommodate new and
more specific needs that may arise regarding the enro11mcnt of eligible At-
Risk Youth into Intensive ~ Rehabilitative Trealment or when any
proposed amendment is mutual ~ upon. (The parties may disagree as to
when changes are "needed. j.
13. VIP Outpatient Treatment Center and Birmingham CommuDity Charter
Hi&b Scbool agree that this MOU ia non-flllllllC!al, with no remuneration for
services or information provided in!the scope of care and with no exchange of
monies between VIP Outpadeat Toreatal.nt Center and Birmingham
CommlllLity Charter High S c : b o o ~ (mcluding any and all officers. dim:tors,
employees. agents and representatives of both parties).
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14. The term of this non-financial MOU sball be for one year from the effective
date of this MOU. and sball be 81Itommcally renewed for successive years.
until such time as the parties term.in&te this agreement is provided in
Paragraph 15.
15. This agreement may be tcnninatcd +t 1liiy time without cause by either party
upon giving ninety (90) days prior v,mttcn notice thcreofto the other.
We, the undersigned, as authorized representatives of VIP Outpatient Treatmcnt
Center and Blrmlngham CommnDity Cbart1:r HIgh Scboollhis collaborative plan for
facilitatiIJg the enrollment of At-Risk Youth iQto Intensive Rehabilitative Treatmcnl, to
take effect upon the date both parties sign thisagreemcnt if signed on the same day. or
upon the date of the last signature. if signed dijfcrcnt days.
Birm!JJ;A0mmllllity Charter ffigh S ~ o o l
By: ~ A ? iSA-At frLJrTa,t.U: ! Date: lfp7!r
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Principal' Vice Principal -......:...<-. ........ ------
VIP Ontpatient Treatment Center
By: --::.,,---::--_--:-:::----:---::,..,-__
Tigran Sargsyanl Executive Director
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Attachment G
SUSPENSION AND EXPULSION POLICIES AND PROCEDURES
This Pupil Suspension and Expulsion Policy has been established in order to promote
learning and protect the safety and well being of all students at the Charter School. When
the policy is violated, it may be necessary to suspend or expel a student from regular
classroom instruction. This policy shall serve as Charter School's policy and procedures
for student suspension and expulsion, and it may be amended from time to time without
the need to amend the charter so long as the amendments comport with legal
requirements.
Staff shall enforce disciplinary rules and procedures fairly and consistently among all
students. This Policy and its Procedures will clearly describe discipline expectations, and
it will be printed and distributed as part of the Parent and Student Information Packet
which is sent to each student at the beginning of the school year.
Discipline includes but is not limited to advising and counseling students, conferring with
parents/guardians, detention during and after school hours, use of alternative educational
environments, suspension and expUlsion.
Corporal punishment shall not be used as a disciplinary measure against any student.
Corporal punishment includes the willful infliction of or willfully causing the infliction of
physical pain on a student. For purposes of the Policy, corporal punishment does not
include an employee's use of force that is reasonable and necessary to protect the
employee, students, staff or other persons or to prevent damage to school property.
The Charter School administration shall ensure that students and their parents/guardians
are notified in writing upon enrollment of all discipline policies and procedures. The
notice shall state that these Policy and Administrative Procedures are available on request
at the Education Administrator's office.
Suspended or expelled students shall be excluded from all school and school-related
activities unless otherwise agreed during the period of suspension or expulsion.
A student identified as an individual with disabilities or for whom Charter School has a
basis of knowledge of a suspected disability pursuant to the Individuals with Disabilities
Education Improvement Act of 2004 ("!DEIA") or who is qualified for services under
Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 ("Section 504") is subject to the same
grounds for suspension and expulsion and is accorded the same due process procedures
applicable to regular education students except when federal and state law mandates
additional or different procedures. Charter School will follow all applicable federal and
state laws when imposing any form of discipline on a student identified as an individual
with disabilities or for whom Charter School has a basis of knowledge of a suspected
disability or who is otherwise qualified for such services or protections in according due
process to such students.
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A. Grounds for Suspension and Expulsion of Students
A Pupil may be suspended or expelled for acts that are enumerated below and
related to school activity or attendance that occur at any time, including, but not
limited to, any of the following:
a) while on school grounds;
b) while going to or coming from school;
c) during the lunch period, whether on or off the school campus; or
d) during, going to, or coming from a school-sponsored activity.
B. Enumerated Offenses
Students may be suspended or expelled for any of the following acts when it is
determined the pupil :
I . Caused, attempted to cause, or threatened to cause physical injury to another
person.
2. Willfully used force of violence upon the person of another, except self-defense.
3. Possessed, sold, or otherwise furnished any firearm, knife, explosive, or other
dangerous object unless, in the case of possession of any object of this type, the
students had obtained written permission to possess the item from a certificated
school employee, with the Education Administrator or designee' s concurrence.
4. Unlawfully possessed, used, sold or otherwise furnished, or was under the
influence of any controlled substance, as defined in Health and Safety Code
11053-11058, alcoholic beverage, or intoxicant of any kind.
5. Unlawfully offered, arranged, or negotiated to sell any controlled substance as
defined in Health and Safety Code 11053-11058, alcoholic beverage or intoxicant
of any kind, and then sold, delivered or otherwise furnished to any person another
liquid substance or material and represented same as controlled substance,
alcoholic beverage or intoxicant.
6. Committed or attempted to commit robbery or extortion.
7. Caused or attempted to cause damage to school property or private property.
8. Stole or attempted to steal school property or private property.
9. Possessed or used tobacco or products containing tobacco or nicotine products,
including but not limited to cigars, cigarettes, miniature cigars, clove cigarettes,
smokeless tobacco, snuff, chew packets and betel. This section does not prohibit
the use of his or her own prescription products by a pupil.
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10. Committed an obscene act or engaged in habitual profanity or vulgarity.
II. Unlawfully possessed or unIawfulJy offered, arranged, or negotiated to sell any
drug paraphernalia, as defined in Health and Safety Code 11014.5.
12. Disrupted school activities or otherwise willfully defied the valid authority of
supervisors, teachers, administrators, other school officials, or other school
personnel engaged in the performance of their duties.
13. Knowingly received stolen school property or private property.
14. Possessed an imitation firearm, i.e.: a replica of a firearm that is so substantially
similar in physical properties to an existing firearm as to lead a reasonable person
to conclude that the replica is a firearm.
IS. Committed or attempted to commit a sexual assault as defined in Penal code 261,
266c, 286, 288, 288a or 289, or committed a sexual battery as defined in Penal
Code 243.4.
16. Harassed, threatened, or intimidated a student who is a complaining witness or
witness in a school disciplinary proceeding for the purpose of preventing that
student from being a witness andlor retaliating against that student for being a
witness.
17. Unlawfully offered, arranged to sell, negotiated to sell, or sold the prescription
drug Soma.
18. Engaged in, or attempted to engage in hazing. For the purposes of this
subdivision, "hazing" means a method of initiation or pre initiation into a pupil
organization or body, whether or not the organization or body is officially
recognized by an educational institution, which is likely to cause serious bodily
injury or personal degradation or disgrace resulting in physical or mental harm to
a former, current, or prospective pupil . For purposes of this section, "hazing"
does not include athletic events or school-sanctioned events.
19. Made terrorist threats against school officials andlor school property. For
purposes of this section, "terroristic threat" shall include any statement, whether
written or oral, by a person who willfully threatens to commit a crime which will
result in death, great bodily injury to another person, or property damage in
excess of one thousand dollars ($1,000), with the specific intent that the statement
is to be taken as a threat, even if there is no intent of actually carrying it out,
which, on its face and under the circumstances in which it is made, is so
unequivocal, unconditional, immediate, and specific as to convey to the person
threatened, a gravity of purpose and an immediate prospect of execution of the
threat, and thereby causes that person reasonably to be in sustained fear for his or
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her own safety or for his or her immediate family's safety, or for the protection of
school property, or the personal property of the person threatened or his or her
immediate family.
20. Committed sexual harassment, as defined in Education Code Section 212.5. For
the purposes of this section, the conduct described in Section 2 I 2.5 must be
considered by a reasonable person of the same gender as the victim to be
sufficiently severe or pervasive to have a negative impact upon the individual's
academic performance or to create an intimidating, hostile, or offensive
educational environment. This section shall apply to pupils in any of grades 4 to
12, inclusive.
21 . Caused, attempted to cause, threaten to cause or participated in an act of hate
violence, as defined in subdivision (e) of Section 233 of the Education Code.
This section shall apply to pupils in any of grades 4 to 12, inclusive.
22. Engaged in an act of bullying. For purposes ofthis subdivision, "bullying" means
any severe or pervasive physical or verbal act or conduct, including
communications made in writing or by means of an electronic act, and including
one or more acts committed by a pupil or group of pupils as defined in Section
48900.2, 48900.3, or 48900.4, directed toward one or more pupils that has or can
be reasonably predicted to have the effect of one or more of the following: (A)
Placing a reasonable pupil or pupils in fear of harm to that pupil's or those pupils'
person or property; (B) Causing a reasonable pupil to experience a substantially
detrimental effect on his or her physical or mental health; (C) Causing a
reasonable pupil to experience substantial interference with his or her academic
performance; or (0) Causing a reasonable pupil to experience substantial
interference with his or her ability to participate in or benefit from the services,
activities, or privileges provided by a school. "Electronic act" means the
transmission of a communication, including, but not limited to, a message, text,
sound, or image, or a post on a social network Internet Web site, by means of an
electronic device, including, but not limited to, a telephone, wireless telephone or
other wireless communication device, computer, or pager. "Reasonable pupil"
means a pupil, including, but not limited to, an exceptional needs pupil, who
exercises average care, skill, and judgment in conduct for a person of his or her
age, or for a person of his or her age with his or her exceptional needs.
Alternatives to suspension or expulsion will first be attempted with students who
are truant, tardy, or otherwise absent from assigned school activities.
For the enumerated offenses listed above, the pupil may be expelled only if the
Governing Board determines that, in addition to the finding that the student
committed the offense:
1. Other means of correction are not feasible or have repeatedly failed to bring about
proper conduct.
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2. Due to the nature of the act, the presence of the pupil causes a continuing danger
to the physical safety of the pupil or others.
C. Mandatory Recommendation for Expulsion
The principal or designee shall immediately suspend and recommend a pupil's
expulsion if he or she determines that the pupil committed any of the following
act:
I . Possessing, selling, or furnishing a firearm.
2. Brandishing a knife at another person.
3. Unlawfully selling a controlled substance.
4. Committing or attempting to commit a sexual assault or committing a sexual
battery.
5. Possession of an explosive.
A pupil may be expelled for a mandatory offense upon a finding that the student
committed the offense. No additional findings are necessary.
D. Suspension Procedure
Suspensions shall be initiated according to the following procedures:
I . Conference
Suspension shall be preceded, if possible, by a conference conducted by the
Education Administrator or the Education Administrator's designee with the
student and his or her parent and, whenever practical, the teacher, supervisor
or school employee who referred the student to the Education Administrator.
The conference may be omitted if the Education Administrator or designee
determines that an emergency situation exists. An "emergency situation"
involves a clear and present danger to the lives, safety or health of students or
school personnel. If a student is suspended without this conference, both the
parent/guardian and student shall be notified of the student's right to return to
school for the purpose of a conference.
At the conference, the pupil shall be informed of the reason for the
disciplinary action and the evidence against him or her and shall be given the
opportunity to present his or her version and evidence in his or her defense.
This conference shall be held within two school days, unless the pupil waives
this right or is physically unable to attend for any reason including, but not
limited to, incarceration or hospitalization.
No penalties may be imposed on a pupil for failure of the pupil's parent or
guarclian to attend a conference with school officials. Reinstatement of the
suspended pupil shall not be contingent upon attendance by the pupil's parent
or guardian at the conference.
2. Notice to Parents/Guardians
At the time of suspension, the Education Administrator or designee shall make
a reasonable effort to contact the parent/guardian by telephone or in person.
Whenever a student is suspended, the parent/guardian shall be notified in
writing of the suspension and the date of return following suspension. This
notice shall state the specific offense committed by the student. In addition,
the notice may also state the date and time when the student may return to
school. If school officials wish to ask the parent/guardian to confer regarding
matters pertinent to the suspension, the notice may request that the
parent/guardian respond to such requests without delay.
3. Suspension Time LimitslRecommendation for PlacementlExpulsion
Suspensions, when not including a recommendation for expUlsion, shall not
exceed five (5) consecutive school days per suspension.
Upon a recommendation of Expulsion by the Education Administrator or
Education Administrator's designee, the pupil and the pupil's guardian or
representative will be invited to a conference to determine if the suspension
for the pupil should be extended pending an expulsion hearing. This
determination will be made by the Education Administrator or designee upon
either of the following determinations: I) the pupil's presence will be
clisruptive to the education process; or 2) the pupil poses a threat or danger to
others. Upon either determination, the pupil's suspension will be extended
pending the results of an expUlsion hearing.
E. Authority to Expel
A student may be expelled either by the Governing Board following a hearing
before it or by the Governing Board upon the recommendation of an
Administrative Panel to be assigned by the Governing Board as needed. The
Administrative Panel should consist of at least three members who are certificated
and neither a teacher of the pupil or a Board member of the Governing Board.
The Administrative Panel may recommend expulsion of any student found to
have committed an expellable offense.
F. Expulsion Procedures
Students recommended for expulsion are entitled to a hearing to determine
whether the student should be expelled. Unless postponed for good cause, the
hearing shall be held within thirty (30) school days after the Education
Administrator or designee determines that the Pupil has committed an expellable
offense.
In the event an administrative panel hears the case, it will make a
recommendation to the Governing Board for a final decision whether to expel.
The hearing shall be held in closed session unless the pupil makes a written
request for a public hearing three (3) days prior to the hearing.
Written notice of the hearing shall be forwarded to the student and the student's
parent/guardian at least ten (10) calendar days before the date of the hearing.
Upon mailing the notice, it shall be deemed served upon the pupil. The notice
shall include:
1. The date and place of the expulsion hearing;
2. A statement of specific facts, charges and offenses upon which the proposed
expulsion is based;
3. A copy of Charter School's disciplinary rules which relate to the alleged
violation;
4. Notification of the student's or parent/guardian's obligation to provide
information about the student's status at the school to any other school district
or school to which the student seeks enrollment;
5. The opportunity for the student or the student's parent/guardian to appear in
person or to employ and be represented by counselor a non-attorney advisor;
6. The right to inspect and obtain copies of all documents to be used at the
hearing;
7. The opportunity to confront and question all witnesses who testify at the
hearing;
8. The opportunity to question all evidence presented and to present oral and
documentary evidence on the student's behalf including witnesses.
G. Special procedures for Expulsion Hearings Involving Sexual Assault or Battery
Offences
The Charter School may, upon fmding a good cause, detennine that the disclosure
of either the identity of the witness or the testimony of that witness at the hearing,
or both, would subject the witness to an unreasonable risk of psychological or
physical hann. Upon this determination, the testimony of the witness may be
presented at the hearing in the fonn of sworn declarations which shall be
examined only by the Governing Board, administrative panel, or the hearing
officer. Copies of these sworn declarations, edited to delete the name and identity
of the witness, shall be made available to the pupil.
I. The complaining witness in any sexual assault or battery case must be
provided with a copy of the applicable disciplinary rules and advised of
hislher right to (a) receive five days notice ofhislher scheduled testimony, (b)
have up to two (2) adult support persons of hislher choosing present in the
hearing at the time he/she testifies, which may include a parent, guardian, or
legal counsel, and (c) elect to have the hearing closed while testifying.
2. The Charter School must also provide the victim a room separate from the
hearing room for the complaining witness' use prior to and during breaks in
testimony.
3. At the discretion of the person or panel conducting the hearing, the
complaining witness shall be allowed periods of relief from examination and
cross-examination during which he or she may leave the hearing room.
4. The person conducting the expUlsion hearing may also arrange the seating
within the hearing room to facilitate a less intimidating environment for the
complaining witness.
5. The person conducting the expulsion hearing may also limit time for taking
the testimony of the complaining witness to the hours he/she is nonnally in
school, if there is no good cause to take the testimony during other hours.
6. Prior to a complaining witness testifying, the support persons must be
admonished that the hearing is confidential. Nothing in the law precludes the
person presiding over the hearing from removing a support person whom the
presiding person finds is disrupting the hearing. The person conducting the
hearing may pennit anyone of the support persons for the complaining
witness to accompany him or her to the witness stand.
7. If one or both of the support persons is also a witness, the Charter School must
present evidence that the witness' presence is both desired by the witness and
will be helpful to the Charter School. The person presiding over the hearing
shall pennit the witness to stay unless it is established that there is a
substantial risk that the testimony of the complaining witness would be
influenced by the support person, in which case the presiding official shall
admonish the support person or persons not to prompt, sway, or influence the
witness in any way. Nothing shall preclude the presiding officer from
exercising his or her discretion to remove a person from the hearing whom he
or she believes is prompting, swaying, or influencing the witness.
8. The testimony of the support person shall be presented before the testimony of
the complaining witness and the complaining witness shall be excluded from
the courtroom during that testimony.
9. Especially for charges involving sexual assault or battery, if the hearing is to
be conducted in the public at the request of the pupil being expelled, the
complaining witness shall have the right to have hislher testimony heard in a
closed session when testifying at a public meeting would threaten serious
psychological harm to the complaining witness and there are not alternative
procedures to avoid the threatened harm. The alternative procedures may
include videotaped depositions or contemporaneous examination in another
place communicated to the hearing by means of closed-circuit television.
10. Evidence of specific instances of a complaining witness' prior sexual conduct
is presumed inadmissible and shall not be heard absent a determination by the
person conducting the hearing that extraordinary circumstances exist requiring
the evidence be heard. Before such a determination regarding extraordinary
circumstances can be made, the witness shall be provided notice and an
opportunity to present opposition to the introduction of the evidence. In the
hearing on the admissibility of the evidence, the complaining witness shall be
entitled to be represented by a parent, legal counsel, or other support person.
Reputation or opinion evidence regarding the sexual behavior of the
complaining witness is not admissible for any purpose.
H. Record of Hearing
A record of the hearing shall be made and may be maintained by any means,
including electronic recording, as long as a reasonably accurate and complete
written transcription of the proceedings can be made.
1. Presentation of Evidence
While technical rules of evidence do not apply to expulsion hearings, evidence
may be admitted and used as proof only if it is the kind of evidence on which
reasonable persons can rely in the conduct of serious affairs. A recommendation
by the Administrative Panel to expel must be supported by substantial evidence
that the student committed an expellable offense.
Findings of fact shall be based solely on the evidence at the hearing. While
hearsay evidence is admissible, no decision to expel shall be based solely on
hearsay and sworn declarations may be admitted as testimony from witnesses of
whom the Governing Board, Panel or designee determines that disclosure of their
identity or testimony at the hearing may subject them to an unreasonable risk of
physical or psychological harm.
If, due to a written request by the accused pupil, the hearing is held at a public
meeting, and the charge is committing or attempting to commit a sexual assault or
committing a sexual battery as defined in Education Code Section 48900, a
complaining witness shall have the right to have his or her testimony heard in a
session closed to the public.
The decision of the Administrative Panel shall be in the form of written findings
of fact and a written recommendation to the Governing Board who will make a
final determination regarding the expulsion. The fmal decision by the Governing
Board shall be made within ten (10) school days following the conclusion of the
hearing. The decision of the Governing Board is fina! .
If the expulsion hearing panel decides not to recommend expUlsion, the pupil
shall immediately be returned to his/her educational program.
J. Written Notice to Expel
The Education Administrator or designee following a decision of the Governing
Board to expel shall send written notice of the decision to expel, including the
Governing Board's adopted findings of fact, to the student or parent/guardian.
This notice shall also include the following:
1. Notice of the specific offense committed by the student, including the
additional findings required for the non-mandatory expulsion offenses listed
in Section B, above.
2. Notice of the student's or parent/guardian's obligation to inform any new
district or school in which the student seeks to enroll of the student's status
with the Charter School.
The Education Administrator or designee shall send a copy of the written notice
of the decision to expel to the student's district of residence. This notice shall
include the following:
1. The student's name.
2. The specific expellable offense committed by the student.
K. Disciplinary Records
The Charter School shall maintain records of all student suspensions and
expUlsions at the Charter School. Such records shall be made available to the
District upon request
L. No Right to Appeal
The pupil shall have no right of appeal from expulsion from the Charter School as
the Governing Board decision to expel shall be final.
M. Expelled Pupils! Alternative Education
Pupils who are expelled shall be responsible for seeking alternative education
programs including, but not limited to, programs within the County or their school
district of residence.
N. Rehabilitation Plans
Students who are expelled from the Charter School shall be given a rehabilitation
plan upon expulsion as developed by the Governing Board at the time of the
expulsion order, which may include, but is not limited to, periodic review as well
as assessment at the time of review for readmission. The rehabilitation plan
should include a date not later than one (1) year from the date of expulsion when
the pupil may reapply to the Charter School for readmission.
O. Readmission
The decision to readmit a pupil or to admit a previously expelled pupil from
another school, school district or charter school shall be in the sole discretion of
the Governing Board following a meeting with the Education Administrator and
the pupil and guardian or representative to determine whether the pupil has
successfully completed the rehabilitation plan and to determine whether the pupil
poses a threat to others or will be disruptive to the school environment. The
Education Administrator shall make a recommendation to the Governing Board
following the meeting regarding his or her determination. The pupil's
readmission is also contingent upon the Charter School's capacity at the time the
student seeks readmission.
P. Special Procedures for the Consideration of Suspension and Expulsion of
Students with Disabilities
i. Notification of County
The Charter School shall immediately notify the County and coordinate
the procedures in this policy with the County the discipline of any
student with a disability or student who the Charter School or County
would be deemed to have knowledge that the student had a disability
11 . Services During Suspension
Suspension and Expulsion Policy 11 oft5
Students suspended for more than ten ( 10) school days in a school year
shall continue to receive services so as to enable the student to continue
to participate in the general education curriculum, although in another
setting, and to progress toward meeting the goals set out in the child's
IEP; and receive, as appropriate, a functional behavioral assessment or
functional analysis, and behavioral intervention services and
modifications, that are designed to address the behavior violation so that
it does not recur. Theses services may be provided in an interim
alterative educational setting.
Ill . Procedural SafeguardslManifestation Determination
Within ten (10) school days of a recommendation for expulsion or any
decision to change the placement of a child with a disability because of a
violation of a code of student conduct, the Charter School, the parent,
and relevant members of the IEP Team shall review all relevant
information in the student's file, including the child's IEP, any teacher
observations, and any relevant information provided by the parents to
determine:
a) If the conduct in question was caused by, or had a direct and
substantial relationship to, the child's disability; or
b) If the conduct in question was the direct result of the local
educational agency's failure to implement the IEP.
If the Charter School, the parent, and relevant members of the IEP
Team determine that either of the above is applicable for the child,
the conduct shall be determined to be a manifestation of the child's
disability.
If the Charter School, the parent, and relevant members of the IEP
Team make the determination that the conduct was a manifestation
ofthe child's disability, the IEP Team shall:
a) Conduct a functional behavioral assessment or a functional analysis
assessment, and implement a behavioral intervention plan for such
child, provided that the Charter School had not conducted such
assessment prior to such determination before the behavior that
resulted in a change in placement;
b) If a behavioral intervention plan has been developed, review the
behavioral intervention plan if the child already has such a
behavioral intervention plan, and modify it, as necessary, to address
the behavior; and
Suspension and ExpUlsion Policy 120fl5
c) Return the child to the placement from which the child was removed,
unless the parent and the Charter School agree to a change of
placement as part of the modification of the behavioral intervention
plan.
If the Charter School, the parent, and relevant members of the rEP
team determine that the behavior was not a manifestation of the
student's disability and that the conduct in question was not a result
of the failure to implement the IEP, then the Charter School may
apply the relevant disciplinary procedures to children with
disabilities in the same manner and for the same duration as the
procedures would be applied to students without disabilities.
i v. Due Process Appeals
The parent of a child with a disability who disagrees with any decision
regarding placement, or the manifestation determination, or the Charter
School believes that maintaining the current placement of the child is
substantially likely to result in inj ury to the child or to others, may
request an expedited administrative hearing through the Special
Education Unit of the Office of Administrative Hearings.
When an appeal relating to the placement of the student or the
manifestation determination has been requested by either the parent or
the Charter school, the student shall remain in the interim alternative
educational setting pending the decision of the hearing officer or until
the expiration of the forty-five (45) day time period provided for in an
interim alternative educational setting, whichever occurs first, unless the
parent and the Charter School agree otherwise.
v. Special Circumstances
Charter School personnel may consider any unique circumstances on a
case-by-case basis when determining whether to order a change in
placement for a child with a disability who violates a code of student
conduct.
The Education Administrator or designee may remove a student to an
interim alternative educational setting for not more than forty-five (45)
days without regard to whether the behavior is determined to be a
manifestation of the student's disability in cases where a student:
a) Carries or possesses a weapon, as defined in 18 USC 930, to or at
school, on school premises, or to or at a school function;
b) Knowingly possesses or uses illegal drugs, or sells or solicits the sale of
a controlled substance, while at school, on school premises, or at a
school function; or
c. Has inflicted serious bodily injury, as defined by 20 USC l4IS(k)(7)(D),
upon a person while at school, on school premises, or at a school
function.
vi. Interim Alternative Educational Setting
The student's interim alternative educational setting shall be determined
by the student's IEP team.
Vll. Procedures for Students Not Yet Eligible for Special Education Services
A student who has not been identified as an individual with disabilities
pursuant to IDEIA and who has violated the Charter School's
disciplinary procedures may assert the procedural safeguards granted
under this administrative regulation only if the Charter School had
knowledge that the student was disabled before the behavior occurred.
The Charter School shall be deemed to have knowledge that the student
had a disability if one of the following conditions exists:
a) The parent/guardian has expressed concern in writing, or orally if the
parent/guardian does not know how to write or has a disability that
prevents a written statement, to Charter School supervisory or
administrative personnel, or to one of the child's teachers, that the
student is in need of special education or related services.
b) The parent has requested an evaluation of the child.
c) The child's teacher, or other Charter School personnel, has expressed
specific concerns about a pattern of behavior demonstrated by the child,
directly to the director of special education or to other Charter School
supervisory personnel.
If the Charter School knew or should have known the student had a
disability under any of the three (3) circumstances described above, the
student may assert any of the protections available to IDEIA-eligible
children with disabilities, including the right to stay-put.
If the Charter School had no basis for knowledge of the student's
disability, it shall proceed with the proposed discipline. The Charter
School shall conduct an expedited evaluation if requested by the parents;
Suspension and Expulsion Policy 14 of IS
however the student shall remain in the education placement determined
by the Charter School pending the results of the evaluation.
The Charter School shall not be deemed to have knowledge of that the
student had a disability if the parent has not allowed an evaluation,
refused services, or if the student has been evaluated and determined to
not be eligible.
Suspension and Expulsion Policy 15 of) 5
Attachment H
TO:
INTER-OffiCIi MEMORANDIlM
BIlUVIINGBllM COMMUNITY CBARTEll
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FROM: Blanca Alves, Assistant Principal
DATE: May 12,2010
SUBJECT: ~
8/27109 Spoke with mother on phone. She informed me thai xited from an
IEP at the end oflast school yr (8th). _was on a behavior plan. Mom asked for
me to to please call her with any behavior/defiance issues
ASAP. S. Levi, Counselor.
9/24/09 Mom came into parent night and expressed concerns about Spanish
Teacher. Wrote an incident report re: interaction with teacher at parent night. Ms.
Wilkins followed up on 9/25/09 and parent refused to come in for Parent Conference
with teacher. S. Levi, Counselor.
9/S0/09 Spoke with mom be mom wanted student moved from Spanish class.
Explained it is too late to switch classes and offered parent-teacher conference and
mom refused. Ms. Wilkins is going to call.o discuss the situation. S. Levi,
Counselor.
10/12/09 Student was moved from Ms. Lopez Span class to Ms. De La Rosa's Spanish
class due to continued disruption and disrespect towards the teacher. Ms.WIlkins
had 2 conferences with the student about behavior and 2 phone can. to parent about
student' s behavior prior to moving student.
10/19/09 Served detention per Ms. Reisbord. Solares
10/21/09 Served detention. Solares
10/27109 Using profanity and diarelpect during tardy sweep. Derry called parent.
10/W09 One day school suspension for bullying and using profanity in the
classroom. Solares/Derry
10lasloe I spoke with mom. She said that's he did not agree with the suspension. She
also said that she could not make it to the parent conference. She said she wiD be
here on November IS to meet with me. Solares
11I2/0S Spoke with mom to tty to set up SST meeting to develop behavior support
plan. Mom want to have meeting at this lime be she is looking in other
schools for_ S. Levi, Counselor
11/4/09 Mr. Zaxrell sent her out of class for making noises when a student made a
comment. Student was counseled and warned. She understands that this behsvior is
inappropriate and she can be suspended from class for class disruptions. Solares
11/0S/OS Mr. Zaxrell sent her out of class because when he asked her to go back to
her seat she said" go to hell". -'aid that she said it to a student that told her that
she was dumb. I spoke with mom. I will be meeting with her on Thursday. Solares
11/12/09 Parent conference. Solares
11/20109 Spoke with mom on the phone. not been referred to the office for
discipline since our conference. Solares
12/9/09 Served after school detention. Solares
1112/10 _was rude and disrespectful to Ms. Loacono. l spoke with mom.
Notified and the psychologist. Solares
1112110 Spoke with San Ferna.ey Community Mental Health (Anish Patel) re:
Trying to schedule Intake with om. Mom was having a hard lime making it to
appointments, but they sched e mtake for Feb 23. S. Levi, Counselor
2/3/10 I called home mom. I told her thst I am investigating the
report fro a teacher that Mr. Razeggi. Solares
21511 0 called and infbrmed me that she called child protective
them thst she has no where to leave .on Monday because of
har suspension. S. Levi, Counselor
215/10 The asslstar
meeting to disCUllll
Ms.lUves, contacted _ mom and invited her to a
susperuric,n, Solares
3/26/10 Student was expelled on 312612010 LS
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Attachment I
1700 Haynes Str!!t Lake Balboa, CA. 91406
(B1B) 758-5200 Fax (B1B) 342-5877
Dat! ________ _
Pupll: _______ _
Dear Parent/Guardian:
You are being reminded that you may apply for your child to be readmitted to Birmingham Community
Charter High School (BCCHS) within the next 0 6 months, 0 3 months, 0 2 weeks as the tenn of your
child' s expulsion will expire on ___________ _
Please be sure that your child adhered to the rehabilitation plan that was recommended:
Comply with all the rules and laws applicable to any educat ional program in
which your child is enroll ed.
Demonstrate a satisfactory record of academic progress.
O ~ e r ___________________ _
Please contact Ms. Laurie Singer at (B18) 758-6536 to make arrangements for an appli cati on to a
readmission hearing.
Thank you for your ti me.
Sincerely,
Marsha Coates,
CEO/Principal
1700 Haynes Street. Lake Balboa, CA. 91406
(818) 758-5200 Fax (818) 342-5877
Fecha: 30 de abril del 2012
Alumno: ________ _
Estimado Padre/Representante Legal:
Se Ie recuerda que puede aplicar para que su hijo sea readmitido a Birmingham Community Charter
High School (BCCHS) dentro de los siguientes 0 6 meses, 0 3 meses, 0 2 semanas ya que la expulsi6n
de su hijo expira el . Si su hijo ya se ha graduado para la fecha de
readmisl6n puede hacer caso omlso de este aviso.
Por favor asegurese de que su hijo se adhirl6 al plan de ,ehabliitacl6n que fue recomendado:
Cumpllr con todas las normas y leyes aplicables para cualquler programa
educativo en el cual su hlJo este inscrito.
Demostrar un record satisfactorio de su progreso
Otro _________________ _
Por favor contacte a Ms. Laurie Singer al (818) 758-6536 0 envre un correo electr6nico a la sigulente
direcci6n I.singer@birminghamcharter.com pa,a hacer los a,reglos para una audiencia de readmlsion.
Gracias por su tiempo.
Atentamente,
Marsha Coates,
CEO/Directora
Attachment J
DATE:
TO:
FROM:
Los Angeles Unified School District
Division of Special Education
February 10,2012
Marsha Coates, Principal
BIRMINGHAM HS School

Executive Director
SUBJECT: STATUS OF 2011-2012 DISTRICT VALIDATION REVIEW
CORRECTIVE ACTIONS
When the 20 11-20 12 District Validation Review (DVR) was conducted at your school, the review
team identified one or more items as non-compliant and a corrective action plan was developed.
The Division of Special Education Compliance Department has received your documentation
supporting correction of the non-compliant item(s).
Review of the documentation reveals the following;
All items are compliant (See Attachment).
No additional doc:umeutatioD it reqDind.
If you have questions regarding the above, please contact your school's DVR Team Lead, Timothy
Skilton, at 213-241-8225.
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Attachment
c: Local District Superintendent
Lo. Angeles Unified School District
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District Validation Review
2011-2012
SUMMARY REPORT
District Validation Review 2011- 2012
School: Binningham HS Principal: Coates, Marsha Local District: I
Location Code: 8557 # of Special Education Students: 323 Dates of Review: 1113012011 - 121112011
\1 DVR Team Member Name Signature
Compliance Specialist Staff Timothy Skilton
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Local District Support Staff Dave Price
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Los Angelos Unified School District
INTRODI!crJON

District Valiiliition Review
2011-2012
The District Validation Review (OVR) is an on-going internal monitoring process for special education programs that is mandated by the
Modified Consent Decree (MCD). It is designed to measure compliance with federal and state laws and the District's special education policies
and procedures.
The DVR was conducted at the school by a DVR Team composed of central office and school staff members. The DVR Team reviewed student
records, documents, and school data; observed classrooms; verified delivery of services and supports; and conducted interview meetings with
school staff and parents.
ORGANIZATION OF SUMMARY REPORT
The Summary Report consists of four partS. Part I, School Commendations. lists the DVR Team's commendations to the school. Part II, Activity
Findings, provides 8 description of each activity and summarizes the review findings. Part III, Corrective Action Plan. provides the required
corrective Rction(s) to support correction of noncompliant flDdings, if applicable. Part N, Recommendallon Certification. is included as
appropriate.
pOT.LOW-IIP
The Division of Special Education Compliance Department will conduct follow-up monitoring and technical assistance activities to ensure the
completion of each school's corrective actions and recommendations. During the subsequent school year, additional monitoring may be
conducted. The District's office responsible for Section 504 compliance will review school findings regarding Section 504 compliance and will
be available to provide technical assistance.
November 30, 2011 Birmingham HS
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Los Angeles Unified School District Distriet Valration Review
Division of Special Education 2011-2012
PART I: SCHOOL COMMENDATIONS
The DVR Team co=ends the school for:
Meeting the educational needs of students with disabilities by providing services in accordance with their
Individualized EduClltion Programs.
Providing a positive and supportive educational environment for students.
Completing the pre-review tasks and activities, and being well prepared for the District Validation Review.
Meeting the educational needs of students by providing supports in accordance with their Section 504 Plans.
Novemb ... 30. 2011 Birmingham HS
Los Angel.Quficd School District
District "-Idation Review
2011-2012
PART II: ACTIVITY FINDINGS
A. Student RecQrd Reyiew
Student records were reviewed to determine compliance with requirements for developing the IEP. 95% of the review items were
compliant.
B. Docnment Review
Specific documents were reviewed to detennine compliance with District policies and procedures. 100% of the review items were
compliant.
C. Clos.,mom Observation
ClllSSfOOm observations were conducted to review District recommended least restrictive environment instructional practices.
100% of the review items were evident during the observation of the classrooms.
D. IEP Implementation: Services
Interviews were conducted to determine if services documented in the students' IEPs are being provided. 100% of the services are
being provided as documented in the IEPs reviewed.
E. IEf ImplemeDtatioD: IDSmll:1ioDal Al:l:ommodaoODS
Interviews were conducted to detennine if instructional accommodations documented in the students' IEPs arc being provided.
100% of the staff interviewed are providing the instructional accommodations as documented in the IEPs reviewed.
F. SeCOon 504 Implementaoon
Interviews were conducted to determine if all accommodations documented in the studenls' Section 504 Plans are being
provided. 100% of the staff interviewed are providing the accommodations as docWllCl1ted in the Section 504 Plans
reviewed.
G. Resource Specialist Teacher (RST) Initial ASIIessment Report
November 3 O. 2011
School District
District .Qation Review
2011-2012
PART II. ACTIVITY FINDINGS (continued)
2 initial assessment reports were reviewed to determine if they contained all required elements. 0 report(s) contained all required
elements.
H. IEP Report of Progress and Achievement Verification
Sludent records were reviewed to verify that each "IEP Report of Progress and Achievement From CwrentlEP" was updated in the
Welligent IEP system. 100% of the "IEP Report of Progress and Achievement Prom Cunent IEP" pages reviewed were updated.
I. Staff Interview
An interview was conducted to detenninc staff awareness and implementation of speCial education policies and procedures. The
of responses to the interview questions were as follows:
\Ooola "Yes" 0% "No"
J. Staff Survey
percentages
A survey was distributed to school staff to obtain information regarding staff opinion of the school's special education programs and compliance
with legal mandates. The percentages of responses to the survey items were as follows:
84% "Yes" 16% "No"
The staff survey included a section for written comments. 5 of the 56 surveys returned had written comments. 50% of the
comments regarding special education were generally favorable.
K. Parent Interview
An interview was conducted to detenninc parent/guardian awareness and perception of special education at the school. The
percentages of responses to the interview questions were as follows:
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Los AngornrUnificd School District
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80% "Yes" 20% "No"
PART n. ACTIVITY FINDINGS (continued)
Where applicable, documentation of p=nt comments was shared with the administrator.
L. Parent Survey
District Qation Review
2011-2012
A survey was distributed to parents of students with disabilities to obtain information regarding parent opinion of the school's
special education programs and compliance with legal mandates. The percentages of responses to the survey items were as follows:
91% "Yes
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2% "No" 5% "Not Applicable" 2% '1Jnable to score"
The p=nt survey included a section for written comments. 7 of the 26 surveys returned had written comments. 100% of the
comments regarding special education were generally favorable.
November 30, 20ll BirminghlllD HS
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Los AngeieSlJnified School District
Division ofSpeci.1 Education
DistricfV.lidation
2011-201
PART lll: CORRECTIVE ACTION PLAN

School: Birmingham HS
Principal: Marsha Coates
Loc. Code: 8557 LocaIDistrict: ...R.. Review Date(s): 1113012011 - 121112011
Team Members: Cindy Balestrero. Patricia Dwver
__________________________________________________________ __
Signature: Local District Superintendent or Innovation and Charter Schools Division Executive Director Date
Corrective Action: Submit an Inter-Ornce correspondence documenting the date that all ofthe compHance items in
this section were reviewed with staft r/ 9')0
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Item 107
Item 110
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Item 125
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The school informs parents that the District offers training for parents aDout special education issues.
At the IEP meeting, the IEP tearn discusses transition services planning for students 14 or older.
The IEP is held within 12 months of the previous IEP.

For a three.year review IEP, the IEP is conducted within 36 months of the initiallEP. previous three year review IEP
or previous comprehensive reassessment IEP.
For an initial assessment and a three year reassessment. vision and hearing screenings are conducted within the
previous 12 months of the IEP date unless parental permission is denied.
When a student transfers into the District. an IEP is developed within 30 days of enrollment.
The IEP documents present levels of performance that include how the disability affects the student's involvement
and progress in the general education curriculum.
The IEP documents a direct relationship between the present levels of performance. goals. supports. and special
education services provided to the student to result in educational benefit.
The IEP documents a direct relationship between the present levels of performance. goals. supports, and related
services provided to the.student to result in educational benefit.
The IEP documents participation in State and District assessments. including the CELDT as appropriate. and indicates
the accommodations. if applicable.
For a student limited English proficiency (LEP). the IEP tt:8IIl considers the language needs of the student IlI\d develops
School District
Division of Special Education .
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Districi'Validation Revie'
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Item 406
PART III: CORRECTIVE ACTION PLAN
linguistically appropriate goals, objectives, programs, and services.
The initial assessment report documents the educationally relevant health and development, and medieal findings,
ifany.
The initial assessment report documents the relevant behavior noted during the assessor's observation of the student
in an appropriate setting and the relationship of the behavior to the student's academic and social functioning.
Corrective Action: Submit one or more IEPs developed after the DVR that document correction of the compliance
items listed in this section,
Item 119 The rEP documents participation in State and District assessments, including the CELDT as appropriate, and indicates
the accommodations, if applicable. ./ ... L . : L .,}-..ouX' a:."
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C ti A ti S b 't h t d ifi d . lis d- th"
orrec ye c on: u ml t e 8 u ent spec U! oeumentatJon te In IS section, -.
Item III Inter-Office correspondence documenting that a vision andIor hearing screening has been conducted for the following I <1 lid
student(s): r.,.AnL cLb _ f t, ''-''e, /lie.
Item 114
Item 116
Item 117
Item 125
November 30, 20 II
Tochukwu, Eze 'f'l""' - - - -/'f t1 0 <-I "'" r "'"
The IEP which documents present levels of performance that include how the disability affects the student's
involvement and progress in the general education curriculum for the following student(s):
f<. {i (\ l'l C.
Stanley, Leeah _ W CL - PL P
Arias,Guadalupe. -
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The lEP which documents a direct relationship between the present levels of perfonnance, goals, supports, and special
education services provided to the student to result in educational benefit for the following the student(s):
Stanley, Leeah w!L- - Y'L P . .
The IEP which documents a direCt relationship between the present levels of performance, goals, supports, and related
services provided to the student to result in educational benefit for the following the student(s):
Aragon, Dylan L a0\ s
The IEP which includes a Master Plan for English Language Learners for the following student(s):
Lara, Adam - fI1CLt.1
Birmingham HS

Los AngolesUnified Seboo! District
Divjsion of Special Education
,.'
DistricTValidation Rcvie
2011-20'
PART IV: RECOMMENDATION CERTIFICATION
School:
Loc. Code:
Local District:
Review Date(s):
Birmingham HS
8557
1
1113012011 - 121112011
No Recommendations Necessary.
Certification: The recommendations listed above have been completed.
Coates, Marsha
Principal Principal's Signature
November 30, 2011
* Due Date: February 6, 2012
Date
Birmingham HS
Attachment K
Birmingham Community Charter HS - Summary of Findings Report
CONFIDENTIAL INVESTIGATION REPORT
To:
From:
Date:
Subj ect:
Brian Heider, President & Lead Investigator
Oracle Investigations Group, Inc.
May 15, 2011
Investigation of Allegations of Racial Bias, Prejudice & Staff Collusion
Involving Employees of Birmingham Community Charter High School
I INTRODUCTION
On April 15, 2011, Oracle Investigations Group, Inc. was contacted and subsequently
retained by Birmingham Community Charter High School (herein referred to as
"BCCHS") in Lake Balboa, CA. Oracle Investigations Group, Inc. was retained to
conduct a comprehensive investigation into the specific allegations listed below in the
"Scope of Investigation" section of this investigative report.
Oracle Investigations Group, Inc. worked with BCCHS from April 15, 2011 to May 15,
2011 in order to complete this investigation and present a comprehensive report
detailing the agency's findings. Oracle Investigations Group, Inc. President Brian
Heider (herein referred to as "the investigator") worked as lead investigator on this
investigation.
Oracle Investigations Group, Inc. was provided with a complaint binder submitted by
the following BCCHS parents alleging racial bias and staff collusion by BCCHS
employees. All of the parents involved in the complaint process also had a son
participating on the BCCHS Boys' Basketball Team:
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The investigator sent every parent listed above who had sent a complaint to BCCHS a
detailed email requesting the ability to meet with each complainant in order to discuss
the items contained The investigator received email
correspondence from __ on April 19, 2011 stating that none of the
complainants in this investigation would be meeting with the investigator to discuss
their concerns. __ stated that he and the other complainants questioned the
legitimacy of the investigator and would therefore not be participating in the
investigation. This email is included with this investigative report.
The individuals listed below were contacted and interviewed in regards to this
investigation. Each individual listed provided voluntary statements to the investigator.
INDIVIDUALS INTERVIEWED DURING THE INVESTIGATION

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I SCOPE OF INVESTIGATION
Oracle Investigations Group, Inc. was requested to investigate and report findings in
regards to the following:
1) Analysis of the information submitted by BCCHS students, parents and
staff to detennine if any racial prejudice or bias had occurred or was
occurring involving the complainants children. - The investigator was
asked to review, analyze and interpret wri tten and video documentation
submitted by the complainants and was tasked wi th interviewing
involved parties to determine if any of the students named in this
investigation had been the victim of academic or athletic racial bias or
discrimination by any BCCHS employee.
several complainants
and also the were racist and
treated African-American student-athletes differently than those student-
athletes of different ethnicities.
2) Analysis of the information submitted by BCCHS students, parents and
staff to determine if any staff collusion had occurred or was occurring in
order to negatively impact the academic and/or athletic careers of the
complainants children. - The investigator was asked to review, analyze
and interpret written and video documentation submitted by the
complainants and was tasked with interviewing involved parties to
determine if any of the students named in this investigation had been the
victim of academic or athletic collusion perpetrated by any BCCHS
employee.
In particular, several complainants alleged that several BCCHS staff
members colluded together in order to disrupt the academic and athletic
progress of BCCHS boys' basketball players.
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I INVESTIGATION PROCESS
The with Birmingham Community Charter
School in order to obtain pertinent background
information relating to this investigation. The investigator conducted in-person
interviews with __ and the remaining BCCHS personnel in regards to this
investigation.
Interviews were tape recorded with the consent of each involved party and were later
retained as evidence by Oracle Investigations Group, Inc.
Interviewees interviewed in person were provided with an Oracle Investigations
Group, Inc. "Investigation Confidentiality Agreement" and an "Interview Ack7!Owledgement "
form and were asked to sign each form. Interviewees who requested a copy of said
forms were provided copies at the time of the interview.
The interviewees were directed not to disclose the subject matter discussed during the
investigation with outside parties and were asked to contact the investigator by phone
or email should they wish to add additional information at a later date.
Allegations were made by the complainants against the following BCCHS employees:
The investigator has summarized the complaints made against the individuals listed
above and had included the responses of these BCCHS employees in this investigative
report. This Summary of Findings report is broken down into sections as they pertain
to each individual respondent. The specific complaints against the respondents can be
located in the complaint files submitted to BCCHS on behalf of the complainants.
Oracle Investigations Group, Inc. - Confidential Report Page 4 of 51
I SUMMARY OF INTERVIEWS
The individuals interviewed regarding this investigation (see "Introduction" section for
a detailed Jist of those interviewed) were asked to provide specific information relating
to their respective knowledge of items listed above in the "Scope of Investigation"
section of this report.
The following is a summary of the information provided by each interviewee as it
relates to the specified scope of this investigation:
l.n'1TllT111,n llV Charter High School
in,'estigaltion, was advised that
alleges that _ did not allow his son
drop his AP Government course although
<tnlO"cdinO" with a "D" grade in class and instead
In addition, drop out of varsity basketball.
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in attendance.
instructed _ not to
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On Februarv em ailed _ and
be removed from his malchiin" posicion
varsity U"',""LU"lll
by stating that
the remainder of the year and added that
the basketball team if he so desired.
that
and was in danger
_ responded to his "''i'''''' '
information about
schedule a meeting with
_'s request.
was upset that
by providing
attempted to
never responded to .
believes that _ is working together with _ to hurt
grades and also the timing of his graduation and believes this
unf'air treatment is due to being an African-American while the
administrators and coach at or',r'1.Jrc:
_ told the investigator that'-has been
with the administration and teachers at BCCHS and added that _ is
never satisfied with any actions undertaken to work with him and his son to
address or remedy alleged problems. _ said that '-knew
was struggling in AP Government with a "D" grade and added
had been to four (4) high schools within the past four years,
including HS, Palisades Charter HS, Daniel Pearl HS and
BCCHS. _ did suggest to __ that should
consider dropping varsity basketball in order to keep up with his grades, citing
that his academic success was important than his athletic
success. admitted to having_ attend the conference meeting
with and and said this was done to have a strategy
session wherein all parties involved were "on the same page."
_ denied talking to in a mean-spirited"
manner she directed her comments at and not Mr.
_ . _ said she makes it a habit to address upper grade students
personally and treats them like adults instead of only talking to their parents.
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_ did admit to telling _ that she was no longer required to
communicate with __ in writing or by phone.
_ that she did not feel comfortable by
phone or email any longer because __ was consistently belittling and
never satisfied with any response given.
_ said that she "vaguely recalled" receivin
in of 2011 in which he asked
an email from __
to be removed as the
email by
coach
admitted to also in
Photography at this time and
graduating if he did not improve grade. said that
__ now has an "A" grade in Photography and is back on track for
graduation.
_ admitted to not __ 's request for a meeting
and added that this was due to_ s erratic and aggressive behavior and
communications. _ related to the investigator that was
most recently verbally abusive to BCCHS Adrrtirristrator during a
phone conversation on April 2011. said that no longer
wishes to communicate with and
uncalled for verbal outbursts.
_ passionately denied that she and are colluding with one
another in an attempt to hurt grades and the timing of his
graduation. _ said it primary goal as an administrator to work
with each and every student at BCCHS regardless of race, sex, nationality or
religious affiliation in order to help these students succeed and ultimately
graduate from BCCHS with their respective class. said she provided
this same level of service to __ and and admitted that
__ most likely received extra attention from her due to
constant requests from BCCHS staff and administration.
_ also provided the investigator with eleven (11) emails that she had
received from __ during the 2010-2011 school year. _ told the
investigator that these emails from __ show the excessive and incessant
__ that BCCHS administrators and teachers keep receiving from
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While
education,
teachers or
2011 school year.
desire to be involved in his son's
__ alleges that_ was non-responsive in agreeing to meet with
the suspension and eventual expulsion of her son _
_ in February of 2011. was suspended from February
7th to February 11lh of 2011 was witnessed keying BCCHS Boys'
_ Coach s vehicle at an away tournament game.
did not provide her with an expulsion
package and also received an "incomplete package of
assignments" for her son when she went to pick them up shortly after his
suspension. In claims that _ did not offer
interim placement during his suspension
also contends that she had relayed concerns to on
14, 2011 of her son by
_ in tum told _ that she would investigate the alleged bullying
but never followed thru.
intentions to negatively impact
rights and disregard his civil liberties."
"demonstrates _
education, violate his civil
admitted that she did not respond to . to meet
s suspension for keying vehicle
and said that this had become a criminal matter was investigated by
the Los Angeles Police Department, adding that the damage done to _
_ 's vehicle was approximately $2,500.
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Binningham Community Charter HS - Summary of Findings Report
to the her son to
_ then tasked
respolMilbility of meeting with _
that her son
was being bullied by __
__ said that she did not attend s pre-expulsion
conference on February 9, 2011, adding that it is common practice that only the
Dean of Students attends the conference on behalf of BCCHS Administration.
__ believes that should have received the expulsion
package that was did admit that the package of
assignments picked up by on February 16, 2011 was "incomplete"
and added that this was " At this point, _ became
involved and contacted teachers to obtain all necessary
paperwork to complete his suspension pack!?t of assignments.
_ said that was ultimately expelled from BCCHS for
his criminal actions and added that the expulsion was appealed but not
overturned. said that it is not the responsibility of BCCHS to have
provided wi==.acement while on suspension, adding
that this responsibility on _ who would have needed to contact
the Los Angeles Unified School District to make this request. Furthermore, .
_ added that kept delaying the expulsion meeting and had
even attempted to fire her attorney at one point during the expulsion meeting
(per statements from her staff who had attended the expulsion meeting as a
BCCHS administrative representative).
_ took exception to
attempting to negatively imna.ct
civil rights and liberties.
favorable outcome
made their recommendation and
BCCHS.
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that she was
had decent grades
expulsion to let him
said she was attempting to find a
board
decision to expel __ from
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allege that _ attended a
January 21, 2011 at EI Camino High School.
is a player on the BCCHS boys' basketball
team and was allegedly making comments about the EI Camino HS basketball
players being "drama queens" during the game. told
to return to the stands after he had made this
did not know that _ was the BC:CI-ISbut reluctantly
went back to the stands as soon as he identity.
When the crowd rushed onto the court to celebrate after BCCHS's last-second
win over EI Camino HS, _ allegedly grabbed _
_ said, "This is stupid. You are me in
walked back to the stands once again. _ then told
was going to be suspended the following day for not following directions.
allege that _ has a relative that attends EI Camino HS and
this was the reason that she had "stood up for EI Camino HS" after the game.
also claim that _ was unwilling to meet with them about
suspension until February 2, 2011, which was two weeks after
the suspension. At this demeanor was
"disrespectful." In addition, _ told that
had called her a "bitch" at the EI this was the reason he
was suspended. deny that __ ever called a
"bitch" and state other parents who attended the game did not hear
_call _ a "bitch."
_ admitted that she attended the January 21, 2011 boys' basketball
game at EI Camino High School. _ said she makes it a habit to attend at
least two games for each school sport and chose the El Camino High School
game to attend because she used to work at EI Camino High School as a teacher
and her niece currently attends the school but does not participate in athletics.
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_ said she had to ask BCCHS Student to return to the
stands at the game on one occasion after she overheard him referring to the
El Camino High School boys'
time, _ introduced herself to __ as the'--of
BCCHS.
The game was won by BCCHS at the buzzer on a thrilling and exciting basket
that sent the BCCHS fans into cheers and excitement. Many BCCHS students
rushed onto the court and _ went onto the court in an to clear
out the BCCHS students. While she was attempting to off
of the court, a "bitch."
"100% certain" that said the "bitch" comment and there was
no doubt that he addressed the comment at her. _ then proceeded to
that he was being suspended from school due to his behavior.
does not recall when the meeting was held
sUi;pensilon and also denied
or
_ said she received an email on January 22, 2011 (the day after the
incident with at the El Camino High School from _
_ . was . to re-think her
discipline replied email by stating
that she would not be addressing the discipline of other students with him, as it
is not BCCHS policy to discuss student discipline with uninvolved parties .
_ later referred to_ response as "impersonal and arrogant."
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was hired to coach the boys' basketball program at
Birmingham School (BCCHS) for the 2010-2011 school year
after former BCCHS ___ resigned to take the head coaching position at
Beverly Hills High School.
previously served as the Assistant Coach for the boys' basketball
program at BCCHIS from 1998 to 2003 and has been for the past fifteen (15)
years at the high school and collegiate level. told the investigator that
some of his former coaching associates while as the basketball manager at the
are now coaching in the National Basketball Association
(NBA). also runs an internet site (www.bballbreakdown.com) which is
devoted to "focusing on the lost fundamentals that make this game great."
In regards to this in"estigati<on,
filed against him
basketball
boys' basketball nlaver
BCCHS student and boys' player
was advised that complaints were
of BCCHS student and boys'
(prurent of BCCHS student and
of BCCHS student and boys' basketball player
of BCCHS student and boys'
(parents of BCCHS student and boys' basketball
said this was the first he had heard about any complaints alleged
against him but agreed to respond to the allegations submitted involving him.
alleges that was hired as the head boys'
bal,ke'tb,lll coach at BCCHS coaching experience, no
evidence of successful coaching in the past, no evidence of within the
and have a close personal
_ said that has "harshly
criticized" former BCCHS Coach (an African-American male) at
nearly every practice because he did not teach the athletes the fundamentals of
basketball.
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__ states that the fundamentals teaches the players
are those "expected to be taught to small children learning basketball" and did
not elevate the BCCHS player's skills.
attitude towards the African-American BCCHS
dwing the 2010-2011 BCCHS
made a "racist remark" when several
car waiting to leave for a game in Pasadena. _
he had not seen BCCHS boys'
sitting in the back seat of car because _
blended in with the tinted windows of the car.
believes treated _ the only Caucasian
player on the BCCHS boys' basketball team, differently by
time even was absent for several practices and/or games.
_ believes that .-was never punished and received more playing
time than the African-American players on the boys' basketball team. To the
contrary, several African-American athletes
including his son, by either not allowing them to start games or
by restricting their playing time.
__ alleges that favored _ a player on the
boys' basketball team mother, by providing _ and
his sister a ride to the basketball game School. When
did not have his jersey at the game, __ did not punish
and received the most playing time over other athletes
that had attended practice and had their jerseys.
While at a tournament in Santa Maria,
oalrents" to be at breakfast at 8:00AM
only told the athletes
the other athletes,
including arrived at breakfast at 8:30AM. and the
other players didn't that day or had their playing time
reduced. In addition, __ forgot several players on his way to the
game in Santa Maria and did not realize his mistake until he was later told by a
BCCHS parent.
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__ asserts
the other African-American team.
these athletes abruptly from games for
did not like. To the contrary, __ left
(a player)" in the game even after they made ho:rrendl)us or
repeated mistakes.
__ alleges that he has video evidence of engaging in
celebratory reactions to scores but shows no
reactions stated that __
was somewhat scored a 47-foot basket to tie the
game at the buzzer against El Camino High Sch,ool
__ said that has been "extorting" $6.00 from each
player for school missing during the season and also
threatened __ did not pay the
required $6.00 equipment replacement fee. __ said that players
would be given low grades if they did not tum in school equipment before the
end of the school year.
__ also believes has received a disproportionate
amount of time and with the ball during game time and added that
he believes has purposely failed to report
"heroics" in various games to the local newspaper.
__ believes is an "incompetent basketball coach
who has deliberately sabotaged season, eroded his confidence and
ensured that _ name did not the outlets
performances by _ " In addition, _ said that_
has "violated the civil rights of African-American athletes," adding
behavior towards both the BCCHS athletes and parents
was "arrogant, condescending, biased and often despicable."
said he did criticize former lack of
teaching his players the most basic fundamentals of the game of basketball but
said he never stated the 2009-2010 boys' basketball season was a failure. _
_ said that the fundamentals of the game of basketball are the most
important building blocks on which advanced play is built. Therefore, _
_ "retumed to the basics" and spent a good portion of the 2010-2011
school year teaching the BCCHS boys' basketball players the fundamentals of
basketball.
denied ever having a negative attitude towards any specific
ethnic subgroup within his team, the African-American players on his
In had allegedly made regarding
said the following. _
on several occasions during the 2010-2011
basketball season that he was limited in his own athletic ability due to
issues he was having with his groin muscles.
sitting in
vehicle on one occasion and admitted to the other
because the windows were heavily
denied making a joke of this comment or that it had
any racial tones involved, again citing the fact that he simply could not see into
the back seat of the vehicle because the tinting on the windows was extremely
dark.
denied giving _ any special treatment while on the
basketball that _ had been suspended from the
team several times by for missing games without permission.
ounislhinlZ several players on the BCCHS boys'
basketball team (including but said it was not based on race and
was done so for bad behavior and not following team rules.
On one occasion, was late to the team hotel and was punished
missing playing time in a game. said that
received more playing time that anyone
was the team's leading scorer.
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On one occasion, became
to put Corey Randall back into the game so
points to break into s(corimQ"
(60) points. said insistence on
__ having to play all the time became a detriment and distraction to
the team.
denied any special treatment but admitted
and his sister a ride to the Hamilton High School game. _
that to call his mother to have her bring
his jersey to the offered to le_ wear a spare
jersey that he had in his car.
denied the allegation that he only told the athletes "with
to breakfast at 8:00AM during a tournament in Santa
Maria. said that room was the only team
room that did not show up for breakfast on time and added that he and other
players had texted and called and the other teammates to show
up for breakfast with no response. denied that he had ever
forgot any of his players on the way to a game.
In regards to playing time, recalled __ telling him
that he was upset that the were playing more than the
African-American athletes __ said race was absolutely not a
factor in playing time and cited that dedication, consistency, skill and
responsibility were key factors in players obtaining playing time on the varsity
team.
Responding to he did not celebrate the 47-foot
game tying buzzer __ said he
did not celebrate the basket for two reasons. The first reason was that the team
had had yet to win. The and most important
reason __ did not basket by running
onto the court, was because he wanted to act with the appropriate decorum and
prevent his team from obtaining an excessive celebration technical foul wherein
their opponent would be awarded free throws and the opportunity to
automatically win the game. said that he was approached by
the referee who told him not awarded the opponent a
technical foul was was acting with reserved emotion
and was trying to calm the players and fans to prepare for overtime.
gave
requested.
off of the varsity basketball team
game clock and
culrsed out __ even after
several opportunities to change his mind and help as
was removed from the BCCHS boys' basketball
for his inappropriate behavior. program the follm"irw;
admitted to telling the BCCHS boys' basketball players that
to donate $6.00 each to the for basketballs and
gave the team two (2) weeks to pay the fee.
year for any equipment and said that
later dissuaded him from charging
equipment.
In regards to gave _
more playing time than said that coaching
decisions were his alone to make. said that his decisions had
nothing to do with race and were of players and specific
attributes and abilities they had. had been benched the El
Camino game while the BCCHS team was losing. With on the
bench, BCCHS closed a twenty-eight (28) point deficit. player
fouled out, was placed back in the game and made a big shot to
help win the game.
recalled telling the BCCHS boys' basketball players that they
must tum in their equipment or face the repercussion of obtaining a lower grade
in the class not returned by the end of the school year.
According to __ this is common practice at the school to ensure
that school property is promptly returned and had nothing to do with race or
personal bias.
was upset
saying that this is not possible. said
played the most minutes and scored the most points of
anyone on the entire BCCHS boys' basketball team. Furthermore, _
_ said he is not bound to speak with the media after any or every game
and added he never conspired to omit successes from the news
media.
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unequivocally denied that he had ever violated the civil rights
athletes and said that he did not act in an arrogant,
condescending, biased and/or despicable manner. expressed
concern that his coaching decisions were being questioned and turned into
having racial overtones when he was tasked with putting the best BCCHS team
on the court that was comprised of hard working student-athletes. _
_ said he believed that the complaint alleged by" as well as
the other parents was submitted because these parents were unhappy with the
amount of playing time and the coaching techniques received by their sons.
alleges that
pra.ct1(:es against her
On December 3, 2010,
his GP A was. When
_ allegedly re'00I1ded
further believes that
exhibited "unfair and inconsistent
beginning in November of 2010.
allegedly
replied that his
saying, "You? That can't be right."
discipline players on the BC:Cl-lS
has displayed inconsistent
team with "less or
blacks and overly harsh no discipline directed at white
to blacks for the same offenses."
this
missed practice.
missed practice to take a
llliar."
believes _
when he did
said she has seen allow other BCCHS varsity
boys' basketball players to forgo practices and games for two weeks and then
play in the game on December 17, 2010, including a Caucasian student
who has a Caucasian mother. told .
was his policy and he did not have to be fair."
racism because he "--"-'.
negative comments about previous coaches."
In addition, demonstrated only "limited approachability and
parents." During the Santa Maria basketball tournament,
allegedly left "black kids" at the In-N-Out burger restaurant
and at the hotel and also displayed poor leadership skills when he told one
group of students to meet at 8:00AM for breakfast at the hotel when he told the
other group to meet at 8:30AM.
also called
Be,CHIS varsity boys' that
"doesn' t know what he's doing" in reference to playing basketball.
On January 10, allegedly sent __ and
_ "harassing and threatening" text messages. Additionally,
believes that BCCHS basketball players are afraid of notifying their
own parents "unfair treatment" of them because "they
fear retaliatory actions"
denied any unfair practices against
citing that __ was only on the BCCHS varsity
ba!,ketb2ul team for three to four weeks before he was expelled from
BCCHS for vehicle and having criminal charges
filed against him for denied ever making any
comments in reference GPA or showing any inconsistent
discipline practices for any ethnic within the student-athletes he
oversees as the BCCHS varsity boys' basketball coach.
allegation was not allowed to
Decennbt!r 17, 2010 due to missing practice for a final
stated that he later learned after talking with
that he had not
was not argumentative with __ when he suspended
the game and did not recall calling him a "liar."
denied that he had inconsistent or relaxed practice rules for
and said he treats all of his student-athletes the
same. __ said that he did not let play in the
December 17, 2010 due to his having missed practice and
"cussed him _ out" when he told her that
was suspended from this game.
racism said he does
not engage in any racial bias or rac:iallY-lmo,tivated
all of his athletes the same. denied that he has "limited
and stated that he separate personal meeting with
_ and __ (both African-Americans) about their respective sons.
According in
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very unil.pp'roalchclble
attempted to speak with
concerns with the BCCHS varsity
_ but were
complained about
_ was "unfair"
team.
as one
occasion, referred to varsity boys'
basketball players as a "wandering Jew." also claim that _
_ has used profanity in front of the ba1;ketball team many times.
denied that he is unapproachable and/or disrespectful to the
parents and student-athletes in the BCCHS basketball program and said
that he has never when they approached him to
speak with him. said he is and
students with the exception being on game days. __ said he has
a policy that he will not discuss playing time with parents or student-athletes the
evening prior to or on the actual day of a basketball game. This policy is in place
to prevent complaining and nagging by parents and student-athletes who choose
to discuss their perceptions involving playing time.
said he treats all of the players in the BCCHS boys' basketball
program the same regardless of their ethnic background and added he has never
discriminated against anyone in the basketball program or at the school. _
_ recalled calling basketball
after he made a basket from half-court. __ remembered
being upset that he had called him "lucky" for making the basket
but said the reali ty is that most athletes could not make a half-court
shot. This comment was not made in reference to overall
basketball abilities but was made in relation to an extremely low-percentage shot
that he had happened to make from half-court.
recalled referring to a Persian BCCHS
as a "wandering Jew." said he
was merely attempting to a famed parable man who was
condemned to walk the Earth until Christ returned and used this parable to
illustrate that seemed to always be "wandering the basketball
court" looking correct place to be on offense. Furthermore, _
_ said he is of Jewish heritage and said that he did not mean this in an
offensive manner because, in essence, he would have been offending his own
heritage by making this statement in a derogatory manner.
took strong offense to the ,"""!>dUUl
presence of his players.
teach on campus at BCCHS and was the driving
in instituting a school-wide "No Swear:ing
of swearing among students and staff.
or swear during practice or games.
said he used to
ounnv his teaching tenure
enacted to reduce the amount
said he does not curse
allege had a big
ego and was often condescending and berating to the BCCHS varsity boys'
basketball players when he would speak with them at practices and games. On
several occasions when the BCCHS varsity boys' basketball team would desire to
shoot baskets after practice to enhance their would kick
the student-athletes out of the gym as he told them pr;'C[LCe
to leave.
_ claim that there were unexpected cuts of African-American team
members and that many African-American student-athletes were demoted from
varsity to junior varsity "on a whim" by When the BCCHS
varsity basketball spoke out or positive contributions at
players.
criticized the student-athletes. These criticisms by
f e e l i n l ~ s of inadequacy and low self-esteem among the
In addition,
comment to
back seat
he could
When
vehicle were not omea,
into a joke and "laughed it
made a derogatory
ind.ivi,dUlII seated in the
allegedly stated that
because of the darkness of his skin.
that the windows to
allegedly tried to tum the
said he was never condescending or berating towards any of
the student-athletes he was tasked wi th coaching, citing that he was always
"very and intensely focused" in his coaching
abilities. ___ denied having an ego while coaching as well.
did admit to telling the BCCHS varsity boys' basketball
to leave the gym once practice was over but denied telling
the players would not enhance their athletic skills. To
the contrary, ___ said that he encouraged the players to seek other
facilities outside of practice to enhance their skills but said that the players were
not allowed to remain in the BCCHS gymnasium without a responsible school
employee present pursuant to school and district policy.
said that the allegation suggesting that he had cut African-
American team members and moved them on their race
was completely baseless and exaggerated. ___ explained that a
generally known process involved in coaching and forming a team involves the
evaluation of of players on teams based on skill
and ability level. ___ did move some African-American players
from varsity to junior varsity but added that this move was in no way racially
motivated and was only done to appropriately place the student-athletes.
sitting in
vehicle on one occasion to the other
because the windows were heavily
denied making a joke of this comment or that it had
any racial tones again citing the fact that he simply could not see into
the back seat of the vehicle because the tinting on the windows was extremely
dark.
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subsequently suspended from BCCHS.
placement on junior varsity,
it or don't play."
had been

__ told
garnes Granada or El
exploded at
frustration.
again stated that the formation of his team involved the
coaching staff evaluating the talent pool of athletes and appropriately placing the
players on teams based on their respective skill and ability levels. _
_ said he does not accept input from the parents of the student-athletes
in determining the team placement and said this is a widely-practiced and
accepted coaching parents interfere in the
As such, __ recalled telling that
made the junior roster but denied that
she had to "deal with it." Rather, said he rationally and
made the junior varsity team
with
said he was not approached at the Montclair Prep tournament
any parents and added that he is in how he interacts with
his student-athletes. out after
that he would not play against Granada or EI Camino. _
said that, if it were not for BCCHS player
restraining __ would have
physically assaulted him.
alleges negatively about former
BCCHS varsity boys' basketball has a lack in experience in
"positioning and executing plays some of the most elite
teams," cut team members on the first week of tryouts who had been preparing
all summer for the season and repeatedly tore down players' abilities and never
taught improvements.
In addition, stated that was inaccessible to
parents who concerns and, on several occasions, told the BCCHS varsity
boys' basketball Dla.velcs that their parents needed to "shut up" in regards to their
criticisms of him. in her complaint and to
son, ____ was not receiving enough
playing time.
complained had left several players behind
at a hotel in Santa Maria during a tournament on December 18, 2010 and added
that she had to pick up the stranded athletes when her son called her to ask for a
ride.
did not recall leaving any of his athletes at the hotel during
touirn,lm.mt in December of 2010. said that
was verbally and physically aggressive during a game on
December 1, 2010 when he shoved a chair and ripped off his jersey when
removed from the game.
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was given a technical foul
said he never "brushed off"
was not even at the game.
QlSCmiS playing time on the day
the referee for his actions. _
at this game, adding that
again said that he
a game as a general rule.
admitted to telling his players that he did not want them
negative comments but denied saying that he would
something to the parents if they did not stop their comments. __
said he is always as long as they contact him and
schedule a meeting. __ did not recall cutting players from the
varsity team during the first week of practice but did recall meeting with the
players as a group upon accepting the head coaching position in order to discuss
his expectations as well as the players past history and roles on the team.
admitted to telling the BCCHS boys' basketball student-
not adequately learned the hmdamentals of the game of
basketball from their previous coach and made it a habit to drill into the athletes
on a daily basis the most basic hmdamentals of the game.
described the hmdamentals of any sport as paramount to building a
denied ever "tearing down" his players'
assertion that he has a lack of in
positioning executing plays. As proof, told the
investigator that his team won the game against EI Camino High School on a last
second time-out and play that he drew up for the players to execute, score and
win the game.
__ is currently the at Birmingham Community Charter High
School and has been the since 1998. _ has worked at BCCHS
for over twenty (20) years has never had a complaint such as those
alleged against him by __ __ started off the interview with the
investigator by asking the investigator to note the following. _ said he has
hired four (4) varsity boys' basketball head coaches during his tenure as
stated that all of the coaches with the exception of current head coach
have been qualified African-American males. __
di!;ap'pa,intmlmt that he was being singled out during this investigation
by several parents involved with the BCCHS boys' basketball program who suggest
that _ is a "racist."
In regards to this im'estigaltion,
against him
was advised that complaints were filed
(oalrent of BCCHS student and boys' basketball
(parent of BCCHS student and boys'
__ alleges that _ refused to allow him to supervise several of
the players in the after practice. __
said that _ promised to provide with a liability form to
complete and sign which would identify as the responsible party
who would oversee the players outside of athletic activities.
screamed at .
while they were BCCI'[S gymnasium to
school year. have
removed and later
the "F" word as he the gym. In reality, .
actually said, "Security? Shit!"
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and discussed his concerns over the hiring
had left to coach at Beverly Hills
BCCl-'[S was willing to offer.
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concerned with what he described as marginal, non-meaningful
but _ told __ to
abilities.
In December of 2010, contacted __ and requested
something be done about "unfair, abusive and disparate
treatment of certain and also about his poor decisions
in games." According to _ __ was "impatient and
defensive" when asked to meet with the BCCHS basketball parents who
asked to meet regarding allegedly hung up on
__ during a phone call said this matter was urgent
and demanded immediate attention.
__ complained that a majority of the BCCHS varsity boys' basketball
games were scheduled at 4:00PM instead of in the evening where more parents
and attend. contends that this was purposely set
up by_ in order to "keep under the radar" wherein
fewer parents and supporters could criticize the coach.
__ "does not believe that _ is a competent
and added that "has no interest in
proves
coaches.
alleges that the hiring of
or"fererICe for hiring coaches he knows instead of qualified
also alleges that __ did not adequately monitor _
during the course of the 2010-2011 boys' basketball season despite
stated that _ and BCCHS
"essentially endorsed" this "cruel
and also treated African-
American student-athletes disparately as well.
_ said he is constantly approached by students and parents of student-
athletes to utilize school facilities outside of scheduled practice times.
_ said his standard answer is that no one can use school facilities unless a
certificated employee is on site supervising the students. _ recalled
giving the BCCHS boys' basketball players several other facility options as a
choice that they could use to practice outside of scheduled school practice time.
One of these choices did not include use of the BCCHS school gymnasium.
_ recalled providing ~ m to complete during the
2009-2010 school year which w ~ to act as the responsible
party for the student-athletes using the gymnasium.
and said that _
knew the school and
would be a
solid hire as at BCCHS and hired him.
__ said that other African-American candidates were interviewed for
the coaching position but ultimately the hiring panel to
fill the vacancy.
_ said it was not uncommon for __ to call his office and keep
him on the telephone for thirty (30) to forty (40) minutes at a time discussing the
same issues over and over. _ said he told __ that coaching
decisions are left to the head coach and said that he was not in a position to
override the coach' s decisions. __ admitted that he told __
during one of the phone conversations that he was going to hang up the
telephone after __ had talked for over forty (40) minutes without any
measurable results being obtained from the conversation. _ said that
he told __ that would meet with him after the winter
break to discuss his concerns.
__ denied that the BCCHS varsity boys' basketball schedule was
purposely set to play games at 4:00PM in order to allow
"fly under the radar." _ said that
from Taft High School, set up the game schedules
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_ said he believes he is a more than competent athletic director and
added that he does not have a familial relationship with
does he a close personal rnEnn.
he has worked with in the past when
taught at BCCHS but had lost touch with him since his teaching departure
several years prior.
Both_ submitted written

involving __ . During this incident, _ told __
that he and the other students could not practice in the gym without appropriate
scl1001 supervision. and several other student-athletes who were
using the gym without permission were escorted out as told them
that "security was on the way." As the group left the
"Fuck security .. .I'm not worried about them." saying,
this shit, it's called freedom of speech and I'll want!" For further,
refer to the statements written by_ and _
__ said that he has not endorsed form of "cruel treatment" of
BCCHS student-athletes by and said he always addresses
issues presented to him that said that he did not
treat African-American student-athletes in a different manner than he would
treat any other student at BCCHS.
_ also told the investigator
played on the BCCHS boys' tennis team that coaches
said that he has not had any complaints from or problems with
involvement in the BCCHS boys' tennis program.
is upset at __ and BCCHS
Administration for not being allowed to sit on the hiring committee for the next
head varsity boys' basketball coach.
_ said that one comment made to him
was the catai st
said that
was hired to replace departed
qu.alified black candidates to pick from
which made him stop cOl"lvelrsirlg
him after
and said,
and you hired a white guy to coach."
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__ was upset at __ for hiring who is a
Caucasian male and is the first Caucasian male coach the school has had since
1998. _ believes comment was racist in nature.
discuss her son
and left a message
back.
did not have any recollection of
had ever left him a message or
complaints and could
had called her back.
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at Birmingham Community Charter
has worked at in excess of ten (10) years. In regards to this
was advised that complaints were filed
a parent of BCCHS student and boys' basketball
alleges that barged into the BCCHS gylnn.ashlm in
Spring of 2010 with two (2) security guards and announced to
that
"his Afric,anArne:riciln
undoubtedly not a racist.
he
gymnasium. believes that
two white men" and was aware that
had no authority in this situation."
stated that he was
offered to allow the opportunity to practice in the
DLLn,,, gymnasium outside of school pr.'cti,ce time and never followed thru on
his promise to even after allegedly
In August of
BCCHS boys' basketlball olaver oar,mts
_ in regards to pOSS1Dly not continuing as
BCCHS varsity boys' basketball coach.
_ by email and phone about this meeting but
responded nor arranged the meeting.
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twice reminded
never
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"cruel against

further claims that __
and the parents' concerns repeatedly,
and also treated African-American kids disparately as well."
""ITIna.ium in the Spring of 2010
were inside the gymnasium
were told to leave by
to contact school
security. needed the
permission of either
practice in the gymnasium practice
said he never blocked the door to the gymnasium to prevent and
from leaving but did admit to stating he would contact school
they did not leave the gymnasium as requested.
In regards were intimidated by
"two white men," said that was only Caucasian male
present, adding that the two (2) security officers who responded were Latino.
__ that he was not responding
_ had inappropriately labeled him as a racist.
said that he has current and past friends of African-American
descent and added that he is "most definitely" not a racist.
did not recall offering to allow to practice inside of
the BCCHS gymnasium outside of scheduled school practice time and did not
recall telling concerned BCCHS boys' basketball that he would schedule
the departure of To his recollection,
____ had already left BCCHS for Beverly Hills High School at the
time the concerned parents became upset at his departure.
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said he is unaware of
and that neither he nor
b ~ agau'\St
complaints against
have endorsed any
angrily denied claim that he, _ and .
"neglected addressing parents' concerns repeatedly" and that he
had "treated African-American kids disparately." To the contrary,
_ said that the administrative staff at BCCHS has gone out of their way
to and his constant requests.
believes that have been
outwardly vocal opponents and have
the issues within the BCCHS boys' basketball team.
confirmed
BCCHS boys' basketball
stands by the decision that
applied to coach the current
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statement that the previous three (3)
qualified African-Americans and
was the most qualified person who
basketball program.
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is currently the
In regards
complaint was filed against her
boys' basketball player
alleges that
at Birmingham Community
was advised that a
BCCHS student and
teaches students handouts or refers to textbooks."
stated that _ never told the parents of the students in her classes that
they would need to buy supplies or where to purchase the supplies; that she
would provide the supplies for students in the event of a financial hardship; that
the class required photo developing and would have to be
done in class because of the lab. In addition, _ was only available once a
week for students to come in early and catch up on assignments.
assignments.
claims that _ has not res'pond.ed to his questions regarding
class that his son, is enrolled in and added that
for citizenship and an "F" grade
is not receiving "F" grades on his
believes that _ is "working together with_ to hurt
grades and even the timing of his graduation."
stated that __ has about his son,
grades in her class. Despite _ constant
he has never asked for to be removed from his class. _
stated that is a "very unenthusiastic student" who had an "F"
grade on his progress report.
_ said that her classroom has fourteen (14) enlargers and a dark room.
At any given time, there are approximately thirty-five (35) to forty (40) students
in her class. The mere nature of photography combined with the size of her class
dictates that _ demonstrate assignments to the students and then allow
them to work independently or collaboratively to complete assignments on a
specified due date.
In a letter that _ provided to all BCCHS students at the
beginning of the school semester, _ provides a list of items that the
students need to purchase for her class. The cost to the student for these
materials is approximately $70 over the course of the semester. _ tells
all students that, should they have a financial hardship, the student should bring
a note stating their hardship and she will work to the student with the
materials for a reduced cost or even for free.
with a copy of the "Course Description:
document is included with this investigative report.
_ said that her scheduled tutoring time is Tuesday mornings and added
that she often makes hersel available to help her students on Thursdays and
during the daily lunch recess as well.
strongly claim that she had not responded to.
the contrary, _ said she has
spent more time responding to emails than she has to any of her
current or former students and their parents email ~ stated
that she has "tons of em ails" written by her to ~ i n g his
questions.
also denied that she is working together with
l'i"'Ut:> and even the timing of his graduation."
grade has moved up to a 90% in her class
started corresponding with her.
_ admitted to grading easier that she does her other
students ~ has "bullied" her her an "incompetent
racist." ~ that the quality of work is more
deserving of a C to C- grade. _ said that writes well but
often "tunes her out" and does not follow directions which result in missing or
incomplete assignments.
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_ said
his tardiness to class
-
earned a "U" grade for his citizenship due to
his excessive use of electronics in class.
111"""'15" in class and she believes
some of this correspondence was with would
had a often look up from his cell phone and
question for her. said that the "F"
class was would not complete as"ie:nnlerlts.
errlotiofl,aUy distraught over the incessant requests and _ appeared
demeaning attitude of
could do" in order to
and said that she had done "everything she
and his requests.
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is currently the
SdlOO'1. In regards to
complaint was filed against him
and boys' basketball u."ver
was advised that a
a parent of BCCHS student
__ alleges tha __ became upset
and several other BCCHS boys' basketball players who ~ g basketball
in the BCCHS gymnasium in the Spring of 2010. _ told these
individuals that they had no right to be in the gymnasium without nrl1n'>r
BCCHS staff supervision and "left with a grim look on his face."
soon arrived at the BCCHS gymnasium with two security guards and
was escorted from the gymnasium.
After the 2010 basketball season was over, some BCCHS students were inside the
gymnasium again playing basketball during sixth period when _
entered the gymnasium and "screamed at the kids telling them had no
to be there. " When security was called to the gymnasium and
was leaving the gymnasium, _ and _ accused
of using the "F" word.
was visibly upset that __ had made a."'"!)"UL/ll> ag,uru;[
told the investigator, "} don't even know
wondered why he was being brought into an investigation.
sees BCCHS students inside of the gymnasium without supervision, he makes it
a point to determine who will be their use of the facility. If there is
no BCCHS supervision asks the students to leave. _
had contacted about his student-athletes playing
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_ said he does not "scream" at the kids - he merely tells them that t.e
do not have permission to be in the gymnasium and that they must leave.
_ said it is a liability for the school to allow unsupervised students to play
in the gym.
During an incident that occurred in the on March 3, 2011 at
approximately 2:30PM, _ that he and other students
could not practice in the gym without appropriate school supervision. _
_ and several other student-athletes who were using the gym without
permission were escorted out told them that "security was on the
way." As the group left the said, "Puck security .. .l'm not
worried about them." kept saying, "Fuck this shit, it's called
freedom of speech I want!" For further, refer to the
statements written
The investigator also reviewed a statement submitted by_ regarding an
incident that occurred on 2, 2011 at approximately 6:00PM involving
told the investigator that he does
not or and was merely reporting an event
that he deemed extremely inappropriate.
_ stated that he observed at for
approximately 10-15 minutes while was attempting to walk to
his vehicle. __ was in face and was loudly and
shouting at the of his was a poor coach.
stated that attempted to calmly explain to
he was the all coaching decisions were his to make,
that there were more to his decisions than merely athletic talent.
_ continued to follow to his vehicle and yelled at him
while he also entering his vehicle.
_ the situation very calmly and
professionally and did not yell back
Once finally entered his vehicle and drove away, _
walk back to what _ believed were a group of the
BCCHS varsity boys' basketball players and players as
he laughed berated adding that
there was could do about it.
In addition, claims that __ has not
retlll."" to receive copies of the statement "co-authored by _
_ alleged use of the 'F' word, and also the
was instructed to write. "
__ claims that _ has not responded to his requests to receive
a copy of the school policy that states that students without a sixth period must
leave school grounds at the end of fifth period."
was occurring
to remove the students.
cell phone to discuss the events and that
and_ in regards
gy,:nnasllllID without the proper
on his cell phone as the incident
to the BeCHS gymnasium
to contact __ via
had been disrespectful
and used the "F" word while speaking to DLLr:':-l
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__ told __ would need to leave after fifth
from now on since he had no reason to be on campus and also t o ~
that he was a warning for his behavior. _
sitting when he called __
left _ a voice message in which he
was upset that had authored a statement as to the events that had
occurred having been present. __ was very upset
and agitated called him back. After about ten (10) minutes of
listening to rant about how upset he was, __ told .
_ that he needed to get off of the phone and ended the call.
__ is unsure if __ ever received a copy of the school policy
stating that students without a dass are not allowed to remain on campus.
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is currently
Charter High School. In regards to
complaint was filed against her
boys' basketball olaver
was advised that a
BCCHS student and
alleges that has provided with
"misleading and inaccurate counseling advice" during
year regarding AP Government and Life Skills courses.
__ alleges told that he should take AP
Government and Economics for one semester; recommended
take Photography "since there would be no homework and that it would be a
breeze;" and that had to take Life Skills, which was a "shocking
revelation"
said that
school years, adding
and then left and returned
administrative offices to pick
has attended several schools during his
was at BCCHS his sophomore year
carne in to the
background and grades to
Government & Photography. The Life Skills course was required to graduate
high school and was a freshman-level course which was not offered to
sophomores. had to take the Life Skills course at the Reseda
Adult School off-campus in order to meet the graduation requirements.
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said that did not do well in AP Government. The
class is as AP Government for the first semester and as Honors
Economics for the second semester. The teachers for both classes notify students
at the onset of the semester as to the expectations and grading procedures .
_ wanted to take out of AP Government in October of 2010
and later drop
stated that she would "never say that Photography was a breeze."
realizes that there is a significant amount of outside work that is
required Photography students in_ class, adding that _ is a
great teacher.
I INVESTIGATIVE FINDINGS
The investigator has had the nnno'rtunitv to review the documentation and testimony
submitted and and does not believe any evidence exists to
support has any racial bias or prejudice towards
The investigator has reviewed the emails sent to and it is
apparent that __ is excessive in his requests email from.
_ has a lengthy "To Do" list contained within it wherein _ is being
requested to a amount of data for __ Many of the emails
composed by are quite lengthy and contain a significant amount of
highlighting of portions of the text.
Furthermore, the investigator does not believe and _ colluded
grades and also the timing of his
admitted in an interview with the investigator that
"easier" than the rest of her students because she is
calling her a racist. _ believes _
class should be a C or C- based on his
with one another to to hurt
graduation from BCCHS.
she has been I"'lmnl!
tired of
true grade in her
submitted work product.
The investigator has had the oDl,orturlitv to review the documentation and testimony
submitted and and does not believe any evidence exists to
demonstrated intentions to "negatively
civil rights and disregard his civil liberties.
_ stated to the investigator that she worked to concerns
over an incomplete and was also the only vocal
administrator suggesting that __ expulsion could be suspended in
order to allow him to finish out the remainder of the school year at BCCHS.
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The investigator does not believe
colluded with one another in an
perpetrated
To the contrary, there is evidence to support that
destructive temper and ultimately
resulting in over $2,500 in damage and
testimony to
personal vehicle
arrest for felony
vehicle
places _ as being present with (but not
while the vandalism was _ and
_ agreed to meet with _ to discuss her concerns about the alleged
bullying.
to meet with regarding the
refer to Tab 7 complaint binder
email response on January 13, 2011 agreeing to meet with
alleged bullying.
The investigator has had the to review the documentation and testimony
submitted by and
not believe any evidence exists to
in2IpJ:1ro]pri.ately suspended BCCHS for using profanity when he
a "bitch" at the boys' game against El Camino School.
expressed to the investigator that she was "100% certain that
her a "bitch" during the boys' basketball game at El Camino High School.
The investigator has had the onnortunitv to review the documentation and testimony
submitted by and and does not believe any evidence
exists to support treated African-
American players on the than of
other ethnidties, including
provided testimony to the in1.estigat()r W'IUen
varsity boys' basketball team in minutes played as well as scoring.
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Additionally, the investigator had the opportunity to review the DVD footage
submitted by __ which is a compilation of BCCHS boys' basketball
games with captions and camera angles focused The
does not believe this DVD footage provides evidence suggesting
engaged in discriminatory behavior. It is important to note that the footage clips on this
DVD are only mere seconds in length and do not provide contextual background
as well as after the footage to show the context in which
__ reactions were made.
self-admittedly said he has varying reactions to plays made and/or
missed by his players during the course of the game and believes it is unfair to suggest
that he holds racial biases and/or prejudices towards any of his players based on the
DVD footage submitted.
onnortunitv to review a statement submitted by
regarding an incident that occurred on
2, 2011 at approximately 6:00PM involving and
_ It is important to note that the investigator and
obtained his as well. told the investigator
that he does not know ___ or and was merely reporting an
event that he deemed inappropriate.
_ stated that he
minutes while
was in
Once
demeanor
shouting at the top of his
stated that _
was the coach and all
vehicle. In
finally entered his vehicle and drove away, _
walk back to what _ believed were a group of the
boys' basketball players and the players as he
verbally berated and adding that there
could do about it. was very upset at the
very impressed by the cool, calm and collected
during this difficult situation.
observed behavior in this situation as well as his behavior in dealing with
suggests that he has a volatile temper which is not easily
The investigator has had the onnnrtunitv to review the documentation and testimony
submitted by and and does not believe any evidence
treated African-
fferentlv than players of
In addition, there is evidence to show that vandalized _
personal vehicle after a dispute and was subsequently suspended and
BCCHS and was later arrested by the Los Angeles Police Department for
felony vandalism. A copy of this police report is included with this investigative report.
The investigator has had the "nn"'rh,,,Hv to review the documentation and testimony
submitted by and does not
believe any evidence exists to support
treated African-American players on the BCCf!S
than players of other ethnicities, mclUClU
admitted to referring to BCCHS varsity boys' basketball
player as a "Wandering Jew, " his comments were not deemed to be
derogatory or ethnically or racially biased based on explanation
and the fact that he is of Jewish heritage.
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The investigator has had the nn,nm'h
submitted by
any evidence exists to support
African-American players on the
players of other ethnicities, including
diffenmtly than
vehicle on one occasion and admitted to the
not because the windows were heavily
denied making a joke of this comment or that it had any
racial overtones involved.
There is evidence to support was cursed out
after for several games based on
addition, __ said he feared for his after
iiiiliissault him but was restrained by
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The investigator has had the onnomllnilv to review the documentation and testimony
submitted and does not believe any evidence
exists to support or _ treated African-
American players on the differently than players of
other ethnicities,
To the contrary, it appears that __ has made comments to __ in
reference to his displeasure over the hiring of a Caucasian coach)
over other African-American coaches.
the investigator does not believe that and
colluded with one another in an attempt to treat Afric,an-Arne:ricoan
students at BCCHS any differently than every other student at the school.
to review the documentation and testimony
and does not believe any evidence
or _ treated African-
differently than players of
investigator does not believe that and
__ colluded with one another in an attempt to treat African-American
students at BCCHS any differently than every other student at the school.
The investigator has had the oppmtur to review the documentation and testimony
submitted by as well as and does not
believe any evidence exists to support that
_ or _ treated African-American players on the BCCHIS
iiiIiIIiently than players of other ethnicities,
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Binningharn Community Charter HS - Summary of Findings Report
investigator does not believe that
colluded with one another in an attempt to treat . n-
American students at BCCHS any differently than every other student at the school.
The investigator has had the to' review the documentation and testimO'ny
submitted by as well as and does nO't believe any
evidence exists to support that _ O'r treated African-American
liliiiiilliintly than players of O'ther ethnicities,
AdditiO'nally, the investigator does not believe that _ and _ colluded
with one another in an attempt to "hurt _ grades and even the of his
To the contrary, it appears to the that graded
__ easier that other students in her class due insistence that
she was an "incompetent racist." spent a significant
amount of valuable teaching time responding to requests for infO'rmation
assignments and grades.
The investigator has had the onnnrtunilv to' review the documentatiO'n and testimony
submitted by as and does not believe any
evidence exists to supPO'rt that
differlmtly than BCCHS students including ___
The to' review the documentation and testimO'ny
submitted by as well as and does not beJieve any
evidence exists to support that treated African-American students
BCCHS students O'f other ethnicities, including
Oracle Investigations Group. Inc. - Confidential Report Page 50 of 51
The investigator has had the opportunity to review the documentation and testimony
submitted by as well as and does not believe any
evidence exists to support that treated African-American students
~ BCCHS students of other ethnicities, including
I CONCLUSION
The investigator has had the opportunity to review all oral, written and video testimony
and evidence submitted regarding this investigation.
The investigator does not believe that evidence exists to support the allegations
submitted by the complainants that allege administrators and teachers of Birmingham
Community Charter High School engaged in racial prejudice, bias and/or collusion
against the complainant's children.
The investigator cites the documented information obtained during the course of this
investigation as the foundation for his professional analysis and opinion and
respectfully submits this investigative report to members of the Birmingham
Community Charter High School community and its designated officials for review.
END OF REPORT
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larry Schapiro
Thursday, April 21, 2011 2:17 PM
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RE: Response to for meetings with Oracle Investigations Gp
This e-mail is in response to your email dated April 19, 201 I. First of all , let me clear up your misunderstanding
that the infOlmation you provided was for my review only, in anticipation of a meeting with me. As I explained
to Mr. Geter when we spoke, at this time, this is a maner for the BCCHS administration to handle, not the
Board of Directors. It is not my role, or the role of the Board, to be involved in matters at this stage in the
process utilized for the resolution of such complaints. There must first be an investigation into the matter. Due
to the fact that the complaint deals with adminisnators at BCCHS, a third party licensed investigator was
engaged to investigate the maner. This is why I had Mr. Geter deliver the package to BCCHS so that it could
be forwarded to their attorneys, alld this is also why BCCHS' attorneys contacted and hired the third pal'Y
investigator to independently investigate these claims.
It is unfOltunate that you are unwilling to meet with the licensed third pal'Y investigator, but that is your
prerogative. However, please be advised that the investigation will proceed in your absence. Of course, the
investigator will take into consideration all the documentation that you submitted to the school. Further, if you
should change your position and would like to meet Witll the investigator or provide Rny additional infonnation,
please contact him directly.
Please be assured that the Board takes this matter very seriously, and once an investigation is concluded, you
will be notified concerning any funher steps which may be appropriate at that time.
As rar as your contact information being disseminated, such infOlmation was only provided to the investigator
as that is the contact infOlmation you provided in your complaint letter.
Lan), Shapiro, Board Chair
To:
Ce:
Mr. Schapiro,
We recently received an email (copy below) from a Mr. Heider, founder of Oracle
Investi gations Group located in Chino, CA requesting to schedule individual meetings
for Wednesday, Apri l 20th at a location that we are requested to locate and
confirm. We do not believe that this "third party investigator", which is by all accounts
a private investi gation agency that was selected by BCCHS, will truly be obj ecti ve in
fairly and full y addressing our complaints and concerns. Additionally, it is our opinion
that we provided sUbstantial documentati on to you for your review with evidence that
validates our complaints, and anticipated a meeting with you, after your review.
Therefore, we will not be meeting with Mr. Heider. However, we are requesting a copy
of Mr. Heider's written report as soon as it becomes available.
Finally, Mr. Schapiro, please provide us with the names of ALL parties who you know
or believe to have or have had access to the personal documentation that we provided
to your attenti on by Mr. Geter.
Thank you.
cc:
1) Mr. Brian Heider, President and Lead Investigator of Oracle Investigations Group
2) Mr. Leroy Geter, President, NAACP San Fernando Vall ey Branch
COPY OF EMAIL SENT BY ORACLE INVESTIGATIONS GP:
Concemed Binningham Community Charter High School Parents,
By way of introduction, my name is Brian Heider. I am the President and Lead Investigator of Oracle
Investigations Group, Inc. Our agency works exclusively within the educat ion community to help resolve
matters of concern involving education institutions across the State of Cali fornia. I have been asked to work
closely with Binningham Community Chalt er High School in regards to the complaints subm.itted by you to the
school administration.
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J would like to speak with all of you on Wednesday. April 20. 2011 in regards to youl' concerns. I will be
avail able to meet at a central location Ilear the school between tbe hours of 8:30AM and 3:30PM. It would be
beneficial if one of you could set up a location (possibly an office space or community room - we will not be
meeting at the high school) that we could use as a convenient location for everyone to meet. I have ~ copy of
the complaints submitted and will review these items prior to our meeting.
The following is a list of individuals I would like to speak with regarding tlris matter. I have noted next to each
respective person if they were sent tllis email. For those persons that are listed that this email was not sent to - I
would appreciate the assistance of the rest of the group tltis email was sent to III forwarding this email to these
individuals so that they can participate in this meeting.
Due to the number of involved pal1ies our agency will be interviewing, we will need to keep each interview to a
maximum of one (1) hour in length, as there are other individuals associated with this investigation that our
agency must speak with.
Please reply to tltis email that you will be able to meet on Wednesday, April 20. 201 I. Once 1 have a response
from everyone, I will set the schedule in one hour increments beginning at 8:30AM and concluding at
3:30PM. Also, I would appreciate if one of you would be so kind as to set up a central meeting place for the
interviews to take place.
Thank you for your prompt reply and I look forward to speaking with all of you this coming week.
Regards,
Brian
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oracleig@gmail.com
Fwd: Varsity schedule
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Hi Coach
I became aware that several teams in the westend are scheduled to have 4 tournaments including tournaments
thm occur after christmas day. These teams include Taft, Chatsworth. Palisades, Westchester and Fairfax, and
uley will all play through the end of December and some even have games in January before staning leab'Ue
play (for example, Chatswonh has games on 117 and 1/8).
Since the latest possible dale for Birmingham's scheduled preseason game is Dec. 22nd in Santa Maria, and the
fIrSt game after that will be the 1 st league game 011 Jan. 12th, this means there is a 3 week gap where the team
won't be pl aying competitively at all. I hope that you won't take offense to my concerns and that you may be
able to find a tournament or schedule individual games with some other Teams in late December and early
January so as TO keep The team compet iTive.
Let me know what you think. 'TIlanks.
Take C81e.
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Subject: Fwd: Birmingham basketball
HiCoach--
I know not to provide any feedback the same day after a game for obvious
reasons. Firstly, I would like to say that it was a heartbreaking loss last night, but I felt the team played 11I0re as
a unit than in prior games and played quite well. I don't know if they were allowed a linle more free play
011 offense, but whatever it was gives me Illore confidence about the team being more competitive in the future.
-.-as finally able to play, and he really played well. Also,
really a good playmaker. Also, I didn't realize whnt happened
naveled with 3 sees remaining but the ref refused to give Bilmingham
(which i also heard).
a great asset as well , I thought. He's
me that the West Adams player
sees even though he blew the whistle
I looked at the video oftlle game against Price. I know that defense was blamed for the tenible loss, but coach I
really believe that it was the failure of the offense. I counted 25 turnovers on the video (19 in the 1st
half). Many of the tumovers were not due to Price's defense. So coupled Mth the poor shooting performance,
the team was never offensively in the game. I also saw some selfish playing where players were taking bad
shots rather than passing to more open shooters. However, i rarely saw that against West Adallls.
Having all 3 teams leave at I PM yesterday and retum to the school at 8PM really inlpedes the kids fi'om doing
homework, etc. _ mum and I were wondering if in the future there is any way for the varsity team to go
later by cal' if we are able to arrange sufficient number of drivers. The dliver' s would sign releases taking
responsibilily for driving tl,e kids. This way we can get tlle kids to the games I lu' before they start, and that
way tlle kids won't have to miss their classes and will be able to do homework some of which requires the use
ofa computer. We would appreciate it if you look into tillS for us. Please emphasize to administrstioll that if
kids miss classes and are just spectators for most of the time, that it really isn't good.
I hope you don't mind me discussing my thoughts with you at times.
I will be able to drive 4 kids tonight (i believe that they will be
time do we leave?
Good luck with the game.
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Fwd: Fwd: Great Trip
We can defmitely sit down and have a meeting. It will have to be when school is back in session and I'd li ke our
athletic director and assistant principal in charge of athletics there as well . Of course, the meeting cannot pel1ain
to a player's playing time, or any strategic things related to coaching (i .e. offense, defense). Let me know when
you want to sit down the week of the 10th and we can set it up.
to meet with you in person, and if at all possible this coming week.
There are concerns (some of which are shared by.ll other parents who have attended games) about how the
team is progressing, your rationale for disciplining players, and some other concerns. I think that a quick
look at brief pOltions of some games would really help in presenting some of the concellls. I can bring a small
dvd player and tv if necessary with the videos. Stating all the concerns bye-mail would be much more difficult
than in person. I'm hoping you will find the time for us to meet.
--- On Fr!, 1?1?&11 wrote:
Date: Friday, December 24, 2010, 6:02 PM
Mike-
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J appreciate your cone ems and I think the easiest thing is to write them out in an email and send them
along. Also, include your stalS behind the stats.
On Fri, Dec 24, 2010 at 5:37 PM,
Coach _
wrote:
I got your message about the trip and have some concams about it. I know that saveral of the kids and parents were
unhappy for a variety of reasons. and hope that we can discuss them next week.
Also, attached are updated stats.
I wish to taU< to you about some of the obsarvations i have had which are stats behind the stats. I and some parents are
concerned about the team and whether it wi ll have a successful year since the team has lost to some inferior teams and
struggled against some other weak teams. I have seen all the games on video and monitored the statistics from quarter
to quarter and have seen which kids pley well together or not and more.
If you are agreeable i can show you stats and vldaos. I know that as the only coach you aren't able to do il all as it
happens; so i'm hoping that you wil l al low me to give you some perspective on how things are going.
-- On Thu, 12123/10, wrote:
To The Varsity Basketball Team:
We had a successful trip, and save for a hiccup in the first game, we could've won the whole tournarnent. There
were lots of laughs and soma good basketball played too. We ptayed Hoover from San Diego, a state
powerhouse, and had the game tied 43-43 in the 4th quarter.
I am extremely happy with the overell behavior of tha players - you guys were courteous and respectful to the
staff at the hotel and the tournament. and stayed out of trOUble.
I know this experience will propel us forward into our next tournament and the league schedule, where we will
surprise everyone.
Get some rest during this stretch, work on your games too. and we'll be set for the week of the 3rd. Plan to meet
at school before the games for some walk-throughs. I will contact you soon about the schedule for that week.
Thanks_
Coach
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LOIS of laughs??? @)11i)(iili!iJ
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Fwd: Great Trip
Acrually there were more ofthese ..... @@
---- On Thu, J 2/23/1 0,
To The Varsity Basketball Team:
wrOle:
We had a successful trip, and save for a hiccup in the first game, we could've won the whole
tournament. There were lots of laughs and some good basketball played too. We played Hoover from
San Diego, a state powerhouse, and had the game tied 43-43 in the 4th qU8J1er.
I am extremely happy with the overall behavior of the players - you guys were courteous and respectful
to the staff at the hotel and the tournament, and stayed out of trouble.
I know this expe1ience will propel us forward into our neXI loumament and the league schedule, where
we will surprise everyone.
Get some reSI dUling this streich, work on your games too, and we'll be set for the week of the 3rd. Plan
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to meet at school before the games for some walk-throughs. 1 will contact you soon about the schedule
for that week.
ThankS_
Coach
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Fwd' 5 dad
I could give you the DYD t001011'OW at midday. Where would you like us to meet?
dad, I bel ieve that he wants to just give some feedback about the kids and his
and his experiences having coached them. couple summers ago. TIlere was some
concern today that Blair HS was beaten soundly by every team they had played in the tournament except for
Birmingham, and that we came close to losing the game. 1 was hoping that the players who arc expected to get
most of the time in Santa Maria would get most of the playing time today and to give Blair HS a sound
beating. However, I noticed that Andrew played the entire game and Abrionn almost the entire game, while
Corey sat out the equivalent of close to 8 quarter. I was somewhat puzzled. It's just that 1 thought it was an
opportunity to get the team prepared for Santa Maria by having the main players play together and to have them
crush Blair HS as the other teams did.
--- On Sat, 12/11 / 10,
Login Info for maxpreps:
usem&me:
password:
wrote:
Make sure you login to the coach's area in the upper right hand corner of max preps home page .. ,
As for DYD - I'll be in the valJey tomonow morning for a bday party, so I could meet you midday if
you're around ...
Let DIe koow,
P.S. - Rny chance you might know why _s dad wants to talk to me?
On Sat, Dec 11,2010 at 2:43 PM,
Hi Coach,
When would you like the DVD? Will Monday be okay (in which case I will send it with . to school), or
do you want it sooner (in which case I can arrange to meet you and give it to you).
If you provide me with the ID and password for MaxPrep I could go ahead and start putting in stats and scores.
As for the Reseda game, is it possible for varsity to go to their gRme at 5:30pm since otherwise they will have t(
got to Reseda and then sit around and watch the other games for 3 hrs before they play, and thenllley will have
to leave Sat morning to Santa Maria. Would appreciate it if you could work that out especially since Reseda is
only a mile away.
-
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Our game is not Wed next week (due to finals) but Friday afternoon, begilming at 2:30
Here is a link to ow' c a l e n d a l ~
Boys Basketball Schedule
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BCCHS basketball stats 2010-11- top 100 teams.xl ..
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From: 111
Date: Thu, Jan 6, 2011 at 2:47 PM
Subject: Stats & concerns
HI Coaell,
Attached are stats againsllhe best 5 learns BCCHS has played. I pointed out Ihe slals for the strong teams since
they beller reflecl lhe contribulions of Ihe players againsllougher competition (nalurally laking in consideration that some
players didn't much playing lime).
I will updale you with slals for all games in the near fulure.
Thene are also games where after you look some or all of the starters oul, the team on the court lacked chemistry and the
other learn would either dramatically increase Ihe lead notably tha Noire Dame game, Rio Americano game and Arroyo
Grande game, bul some olhers I could name. Taking no timeouls or making subslilutions really helped to maintain the
momentum of Ihe opposition. I'm could make some suggeslions if you wish, since we lost all these games.
Then the Rio Americano game was lost because of Ihe decision to have -'bound the ball by thmwing il over
everyone lo-'ther than getting it 10 a good free Ihrow shooter to with just 1 of 2 FT's which would
have made game for Rio Americana with only 11 seconds 10 go. Again, if you are open-minded, maybe
we could talk aboul
Then, I'm really concerned aboul lhe facl that you have penalized _ and other players, by ellhar not starting them
andlor reducing their playing times for reasons that were very ita being the only player (I'm not Including
_ .ince he is out-of-Iown) 10 miss the practice yesterday morning, as notified aboul the Van Nuys game
8ridPicked up and takan to the game. Then, he clearty didn'l have his je y. et not only did he start the game, but got
M
ore Ja ing time yeslerday than everyone (as he has baen getting since the game against Blair HS) excapl possibly
It is very noticeable and disturbing in the way things are being done inconSistently. I would appreciate II If we
cou a about it
As for focusing on Ihe slats for the players from the stats lable al games, I wouldn't Irusl them . cored 20 points
againsl Belmont, yel they had him as scoring 17 pts.
I spoke with Ihem yeslerday and they said amazingly that Ihey know who hit a 3-poinler and were l aid jusllo
give of the players on Ihe court . Ilhink they gave it 10 .. They said they would make Ihe correction since it
was scored that 3-pointer. So, all I'm saying is thai e s s at those lables Is nol reliable.
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Monday, May 09, 201111:33 AM
oracieig@gmail .com
Fwd: Up to date stats for Birmingham varsi ty
I alsD noticed that the Cleveland coach called in the score and stats (only Cleveland players) to Daily News for
the game against BCCHS on Friday. There was no mention of stats or names of any BCCHS players.
Then, the Grant HS coach told you he would call in the game to the Daily News. Not only did he get the stats
f o ~ n d '-incorrectly, hut clearly deliberately didn't say that BCCHS WDn by a buzzer
beater and that " hit the buzzer-beater. Is there a reason you dDn't call in any Df the games, and for sure
you shouldn't allow the 0ppDsing cDach tD call in a game that they lDst since they aren't gDing tD prDmDte
BCCHS Dr its players.
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HellD CDach,
Attached are cUlTent stats fDr varsity, including g3me-by-game stats.
Please appreciate the fact that summary of the stats does nDt tell the full story.
It's important to look at the stats for games against strong teams vs weak teams, and also consider playing time.
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Coach,
A while back you said you would be receptive to some feedback about "stats behind the stats" regarding the
varsity tcam.
1 was puzzled, even though 1 have my suspicions, as to why you kept of the EI Camino game for over
II mins (from almost 4 mins before the end of the 3rd qualter whell down by 2 points, and putting
him back in just seconds before the end of the 4th qual1er when he was "cold" and the team was down). He
may have picked up 2 fouls in the 3rd qU811er and needed to be cooled off, but there have been situations in
other games where certain staJ1ers have picked up 2 quick fouls and either you haven't taken them out the game
or you have taken them out for just short periods. To keep your leading scorer out of the game for over Il3rd of
regulation period and almost the entire final If3rd oflhe game really makes me wonder.
And, for the record, I would say this about any other scorers on the team, not just _ Then putting him in
the last 30 seconds was only putting him to fail -fortunately he you reply but
1 would reaJii:like to know why you kept _ out of the game for so long and when the game was very
tight??? red 13 pts in the first half and the team was leading by 12 pts at the half, so why not give
him a chance a score more and hopefully regain the lead in the 4th qUBl1er??
Similarly, in the game vs Grant, at the end seconds to go and BCCHS
with the ball, the players on the COUlt were With this
before the buzzer to end the qUBl1er, you (including
and to have your best shot at scoring a basket to end the quarter, especially since no
the time was a 3-point or deep 2-poillt threat. Not surprisingly, BCCHS score.
coming off the bench. He is the best big man on the team.
He is tile leader in getting less tinle than some of the other big men and is pBl1icularly good at
offensive rebounds and 2nd shots. He is not far behind in PPG compared with _ lO.6 PPG) or _
(12.2 PPG) for that matter, despite getting less minutes than either of those he has almost
as many APG and more SPG than _
It's not clear why your best big man is not starting and why yow best big man and best guard are actually
getting less minutes than some other big men and some other guards.
Coach, you told the media Iha\ you are predicting a 64 or 55 record in your division. The team is now 1 3 and
raft coming up on Friday. Your only chance of having even a 55 record is to play your best players and not
keep them out the game for unclear reasons.
r am asking you for a reply, but suspect
ill the past. I'm hoping yon won't pe:nalize
tillS just as you have some other questions I have asked
don't agree with my observations and concerns.
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I know that you feel that i'm intrusive to your program. However, as someone who has a website critiquing
professional coaches and athletes, it's only fair and open-minded you should be to accept criticism. No one is
perfect and sometimes even good progl'ftl1lS don't work for some teams because of a variety of reasons. Just as
how a good coach will change the game plan during a game if it isn't working, a good coach should change the
offensive andlor defensive scheme if it isn't working as expected.
I acknowledge that i'm not a basketball coach (although i've coached soccer); however, i'm an avid spons fan
and coupled with conunon sense can make astute opinions about what I see on the court. I actually had some
issues with Coach he was at the helm, and although he wouldn't admit to accepting anything from
me, he actually im= nted some changes that actually made some positive changes including the kids liking
him and respecting him more than before he and I had some honest and open discussions.
With only 3 season games to go I would implore you to try to salvage something from this season with the goal
of finishing with a 4-6 record which was as i hope you now recognize was a very respectable record last
year. The reason that this team is not perfonning better is that you often putting the wrong combination on the
court and not giving your best players the opportunity to use their talents to win you games.
Believe it or not, 3 of your starters were not going to start if coaching had remained intact this season. One
would have played JV, one would have been coming off the bench gening only a few and the
3rd would have been off the bench as a 6th or 7th man. _is not one of these 3 players. __ 'ould have
been averaging probably 17 or 18 PPG,a nd getting 4 hadn't changed. Unfortunately you have
stifled hinl quite a bit.
It 's unclear why you much. Against Taft you pulJed_ut of the ganle
twice IMMEDIA TEL Y of I st quarter & a minute or two before the enlol'il:"' 2nd quarter) and
once (in the against Cleveland because he drove in and missed his shots. Each time he was
replaced Taft, the very same tiring twice (about 3 the J st quarter & close to
the end of the 2nd quarter) yet was never taken out. Believe it OT not, many of .
from driving in and his FG% for 2's is 56% and the bighes1 on the team (higher
though they drive a lot), so pulling him out when he misses is illogical.
_ wasn't taken out when he tried tile same, even though he is shorter than !lnd has a 29"10 2-point
success rate. Why is this so? This is really odd! You pulled inun ately as well against Taft
when he did the same thing (early in the 3rd quarter). So I guess you're saying that it's okay for . o drive in
and miss as he often does, but not . or
Then you have pulled of !imes if he has turnovers (by players double-teaming and knocking the
ball away), but NEVEn= i seen eing taken out after some telTible twl10vers such as passing the
ball DlRECTL Y TO an opposing player 1st 3 01' 4 mins of Taft game and again in the Cleveland game
yesterday), having the ball taken direclly out of his hands (as in the 8th or 9tb minute of the Taft game), and
actually throwing balls out of bounds way out ofreacb of his target On several occasions. _d 7 TO's
against Granada (according to your math, but was actually 9), 10 - yes 10 against Chatsworth, and 8 against
Taft), yet he is never taken out IMMEDIATELY for a tenible TO, and actually played the IllOSt against Taft - a
reward i guess. Do you realize that 10 TO's against Taft could conceivably bave been the reason for a 4-point
loss?
_is a pretty fair player, but it's unexplained wby you pull of games for the slightest
reasons while so for _bo has more TO's than as a so been programmed to almost
pass to _ and often overlooks Ihen _s wi e open. Otherwise, he gets it so late to
_ hat _ is no_ ide open. Could you get the1(lds to pass to_ sooner than they do. They
seem to do so only for Then he call1lot shoot is always looking pass to-
then he hopes to run into an open posioon expecting . 0 pass to him so he can shoot. 'J'lilSis not
teamwork. They need to look for other open players much more tbM they do. It is obvious that you are having
these 2 players work together more than with other players witb the expectation that score a lot and
get the assists. Well it isn't working well enough to gamer more victories better teams.
TIllS was not the plan of the previous coach, and in the spling and summer this team beat Cleveland and
Harvard Westlake, and had nalTOW losses to Campbell Hall, Crespi, Notre Dame, Montclair Prep, Serra and
Alemany. Ilmow you feel that the spring and summer games were mock games, but aside from the fact thaI
some were tournament games, if you ask other coaches you will find out that the reruns had their best players
playing these games and o'Cated these games as if tiley were league Brunes. This wasn't like NBA preseason
which is experimental and low key.
News has listed Grant HS as #15 in their top 25. BHS beat that team as you know and if you recall
a buzzer beater. EI CamillO is the only other team ranked higher that you have beaten and again
off that victory for you although you inexplicably (tllougb r have my suspicions) kept him out of
for almost the last 1-112 quarters and put llim back in with 3.3 seconds to go in regulation. Yet you
were unforgiving to him against Taft. What a way to reward a player who accomplished a lot for you against
higher ranked teatns? If you read write-ups by other coaches in the newspapers and blogs, they promote their
players. Yet by reading tbe write-up oflhe Grant game in Daily News, and the EI Cantino game in LA Times,
no Olle would have remotely realized tl12t . pulled off great feats in these games.
game. Maybe changing things around will
have a different lineup in place (likely _
and use Sii\:,stilrutions a bit differently,
and play their game more than stick to strict plays and positions
which are not playing who is tempo of 8 game sees
oppOitunities, shouldn't they exploit those opportunities? _ aw one in
yet you pulled him out for not using more time. Experienced good players like
given a little slack. Other coaches clearly do so - why 110t consider this!
I hope you will consider my remarks even tllOugh it would mean swallowing your pride.
And, by the way, the final home game of the season traditionally involves honoring the seniors who are
graduating. This game is often a Friday game And is scheduled at a time (usually 7pm) so that family and
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friends can atlend the pregame ceremonies. However, _ skillfully appears to have manipulated tIle
schedule for all home games so they are on when most parents can't attend. This really is a
disservice to these kids.
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From:
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To:
Subject:
oracieig@gmail.com
Fwd: Please reconsider
Date: Fri, Feb 11,201 I at 9:53 AM
Subject: Please reconsider
r appreciate the fact that I'm one of the 18st persons you want to hear tram you. I hope, however, thM you will
8! least hear me out by e-mllil.
1 know that you have decided not 10 play and I know it was based on his disrespectful
remarks to you after the game also due to his dad's remarks. I would like you just to
reflect on the reasons they were upset. When people say unpleasant things to us, it's only fair that we reflect on
tbe reasons and understand that sometimes feel helpless and frustrated and say bad things
sometimes. Just think about experienced this year. You promoted him quite considerably
in the media and toumanlent Start of the season as a player who would have an impact on the
league. Then he had an injury that put him out of commission for 8 weeks. Can you imagine
how difficult this must have been for unable to play for 8 weeks in his final varsity year? He
missed 17 games which is more than played by BCCRSI Then on his return he realized that
he had not only lost his stalling position but was getting few minutes. Again, can you imagine how difficult this
must have been for him as his final varsity year was coming to aMen d. . s is a kid (not a man yet) who wants
to play college basketball and was not time. Also, eeded time to get his groove
back. It's hard to do so from the hench. best game was on nesday (senior night) and he was
frustrated by not getting more minutes was pulled at a time when BCCHS was beginning to close in on
EI Camino. Don't let him end his career at BCCHS like thisl Please tell him tllat if he apologizes for
disrespecting you, he will be able to get some time on the court tonight and even more time in the playoffs. I
think if you show some compassion for a kid who is still not yet mature and who has had a frustrating year due
to injuries, it will show that you are caring and not as callous and inflexi ble.
I also think that allowing your players some input will help the team end this season on a high note.
From:
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To:
Subjoct
(based on a complaint
Marsha Coates
Thursday. May
'Oracle Investigations Group'
FW: Reminder To Students
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From: f.beltran@birmlnghamcharter.com [mailto:f.beltran@birminghamcharter.com]
Sent: Tuesday, Apri l 12, 2011 9:43 AM
To: Agazaryan; Aguirre; Alcala; Andersen; Arak; Archuleta; AVila; Bader; Basile; Benarrous; Berley; Berns; Bienenfeld;
Born; Brier; Cervantes; Chaccatorl; Cruzalegui; De Fronzo; De La Rosa; Dias; Dimon; Dinlelll; Djavakhlan; Doan; Epps;
Epstein; Fowler; Galvez; Garda,K; Godinez; Goldhor; Goldman; Goyak,M; Goyak,S; Granlch; Granish; Harte; Hines;
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SUbject: Reminder To Students
To all Faculty and Staff. on behalf of Ms. Coates:
Please remind your students that upon returning to class from the restroom they
can use the anti-bacterial hand sanitizer that was provided to all classrooms. We
received a message from a concerned parent and felt it was time to remind our
students. If you are in need of more hand sanitizer please send a note to the
Main Office. Thanks
vaLarte c;arcla
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From:
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Marsha Coates < m.coates@birminghamcharter.com)-
Monday. May 02.2011 3:31 PM
oradeig@gmail.com
FW: BHSBasketball - your immediate attention is needed to make coachi ng change
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To: c.masterson@blrmlnghamcharter.com
Cc: m.coates@birmlnghamcharter.com
Subject: Re: BHSBasketball - your immediate attention 15 needed to make coaching change
I would appreciate. timely response. Thanks
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Subject: - yow' attention is needed to make coaching change
To: cmasters@lausd.net, c.masterson@binninghamcharter.com
Cc: m.coates@birminghamcharter.com
Date: Monday, February 14, 2011, 3:02 PM
I should add that the varsity regular season game last Friday, instead of prep ruing the team
with a practice for that game all team members (Froshlsoph, JV & Varsity) one-to-
one asking them about their year juniors or lower years) and for the seniors it was more about
what they thought about the season (as ifhe expected any of them to tell him what a rotten coach he is and how
he has absolutely ruined a season considering that this team would have been a contender with _ He told
one player that another player would be suspended from playing, for reasons unclear (i.e. no sense of
privacy). He told another player (one ofhis favorites) something to the effect that he was a standout (despite
the fact tha. this la er had a lot of turnovers and hardly scored and would have had only a few minutes off the
bench with So this coach di dn't even prepare the varsity team for their game against Chatsworth last
week, and ou add that the kids feel dlat the practices don't prepare them well and that they are not
conditioned remotely as they would have been with Jarvis.
Again, I'm asking you (and on behalf of most parents) to suspend this coach (as has been done to a nwnber of
African American kids on both varsity and JV) immediately. and to have Coach_ ake over the coaching of
varsity through the playoffs.
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From:
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To: cmasters@lausd.net, c.masterson@biTminghamcharter.com
Ce: m,coates@birminghamcharter.eom
On or around February 2, 20 II at approximately 6:00pm, I was wrapping up my
which is located behind the Old Gym near rooms 207,
verbally abused for about 10-15 minutes by
walking from the Main Gym to the Victory Parking Lot, trying to keep his composure,
while _ ''liS up in the coach's face, loudly and angrily shouting at the top of
his I ungs about how poorly been coaching.
trying to explain, in very calm terms, that he was the coach and all decisions were his to
make, not the parents. He also explained that there was more to his decisions than just an
athlete's talent. This parent would not explanation and would
not drop the issue. The parent kept getting in the coach's face, causing a scene, and did
not get into his vehicle. Finally, the coach was able to get into
his car and left, but the parent \\'lIS still yelling and screaming at the coach in his car as he
drove away. The most disturbing part of this entire scene was after the coach drove
away, the parent came back towards the Old Gym where a group of students (whom I
believe to be basketball players) had assembled. The parent then "high li ved" the group
and began boasting how he really gave it to the coach and was laughing about it. It was a
big joke and it seemed like he was to impress tbese high school boys as to how he
could verbally abuse the coach not going to do anything about it.
As far as 1 am concerned,
a perfect gentleman and very polite to the
parent, but I cannot say the same about the parent, who was very loud and abusive, and
up in the coach' s face the entire time. However, the icing on the cake for me was the
"high tiving" to the students after his confrontation. How rude could that parent be and
what kind of behavior was he portraying to OUf students? I believe this parent should be
spoken to regarding his behavior and attitude towards the coach, as well as his actions
involving our students.
Sincerely,
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Holt would have given Birmingham a go-to scorer, but the Patriots can't be worried about a p ~
"We have our guys, we are working hard and we will go with what we have," Hanselman said '
The kids are learning a whole new system and nmdamental . It hasn't happened here in a lon@'
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The Patriots are entered in the Pasadena tournament, the Santa Monica tournament and the }
Birmingham will then battle Taft and the rest of the West Valley League.
"We will be better than last yearfor SW'e. Last year they were 4-6 We wiD be 6-4 or 5-5," HallE
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Coach: Nick Hauselman, first year
Nickname: Patriots
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but Njd:: Hauselman and his players \\;11
surely try .andlh-e up to the task.
-We. \'rill cause Tuftproblcms,Hauselman
saiVI just don', "ill bewon.
mia.utc or more: 1hn thlt."
HaURlman williool.: to seniors D:unarion
Davis D.nd Core), lWuiaU 10 shoulder much
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"'ey are the: ICilders " ,ht now," HaU$Clm1lD said.
0.\;" is =. forward and Randall is:s &UDtC. 80th tire fou,,"),(21' pJarCl1 OInd have .. een Birmingham's ups and dc\\'m.
""The !Wi been throulh:1 Jot, J \\OV11 consis1e.nq' this
The Patriou .... ,11 look to its outsidcshootin&and figure to pta)' uptc:mpowbe:n the: chances prcselll the:mseh"C$.
We have to ShOOI well, and ..... e ",,;]1 tun ;ppropriatcly," HDU5clman said.
0!Ie bi&:pieao misSilll Is Marc:usllol,., frfcot-a senior >oiIo WIS '."'IIS the Sanl'""!!,,do V:.Jley'. bop!'" tale""' . Hoh abn>plly Ion
Ithool wbcnformucoacb Jarvis1\u'ncr lettior Rawly HOls, and no oneltt:m5 to kno,, where: Holt l:ndcdl
he wentlO'!le\"ny Hills or Calab .... : H.usdman .. id. "Moybe hetnCM:d bac:kto Oc:nvcr, but he ben.rno, be
hue bcuuse our ... thJetk dira:tot.hasa' litDcd'any pa.PCf"WOlk. ".;
Holt would have ghoen Bi.rmjn&h;am I go-to scortr. but the Pillriots t.ln't be \\"Orried Dboul a player they don't haven anymore.
'Weha\'c we: arc working h:ard and we \\ill Co with ,t"hal \I\'l' hD,\'c," Hauselrnan SOlid, "'The hunsition is goi1"l rclatkely amoolh.
The kids Jearninga whole new system nncl fund.uru::ntals. It bun\ happened ht:rc in a Jo", time. We: \rill play hArd and lnlcJU,enl. J
can assure of lhiI:l."
The htriots:lre. entered in the Pasadena lourn:une:m. the Santa MObiti tournament and the Niltional Prep Classic In SZlnt;l Marl:!.
Birmingha'm \\ill then ballleT.lt ilnd the: rest wlbe West vaUC)' J..c.a,ue.
Coach: Nick HausdmRD, first year
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Birmingham's Boys and Girls HOODS Teams Look to ImDrove Down Stretch
The boys are alIvggUng in lhe Wtft Valil.y League and have a tough game lonight. white the defending cay Sadlon Division III
champiOn girls hive lost seven In iI row to fall below .500.
6y Tony Moskal ..if.'U"''''l ZZ .
A3 Blnninsham High" 12-13
buk.ctball record SU8&CS1S, the P,uriots h:ave
been vtry up and down thisse.IIJon, but with
50 m&n)' young pllyen continuing to
implO\-e. puho!.p:s the best is yet to come as
Birmingham begins the final stretch tonisht
::at Taft.
"} think we had 28 last gnme
ilsainst CblUh' Onh, And we stU1 gave them
eYeIj'thina: the)' can bandle (losing In
O\ertimc)," coach Nick Hausehnan said.
still and don't kncn'
We're a cood bUl the way .... 'C play is ltind ofhcller
The Pntriots ha\'C pbyed tOUth competition.
We were srccn at the start oflhcscason ond h'C didn't know how to execute with good defBlSc on us," u1d Hnuselrn::an. "We played in iI.
few tournaments where our oppontnts wen: difficult ond very physiCilI . We pJa)'ed Sheldon. a lOp 20 team in the Sl::ale,. and were tied in
the tbird quarter, We lost by 14 but it pvc us an inkl ing thot we could pla.y with those t=nu."
Corey Randall is lCOlding the way on the offensive end with 14-3 points per gmne. bndaD iii a),o Rl'Ond on lhe with just under
three a"ist.s per \0 go \\;tb 1-5 steals.
The Patriou h::ave added some depth along the wly \\;th Marcus Harris. :I 6-4 junior who coilCh Hausclm.cn sa)"S is inerC4Sin,
confidence. Hanis is nlso a top rootbnU rectiver.
Birmi..rl&hamFls an in a slump
Binninz;tuuns ,iris' bAsketball team is in the rrudst of::a 1-4-.day bteali - perfect riming, :1! the struggling PatriolS (7-9) have lost tC\'Cl) In
fO'" \"hile being held to!5 points or fev.u in e\'eJ')' tame durin!: the strcali..
HolUe Wilson, in his 15th yt.ilr at the helm of the girls baskctbnll provam. guided Binrdn,ham to. stroIlI start, but the Patriou art o--s
in the. West VaUey l.eIgue - quite a tumnround after go1n, 18-JO ;nd \\1nning th' City Dh,. Jll cbampionchip hat
"We're younc And inexperienced after 1osiD seven OUI or nina from wt )Q.r'l tcam, Wllson said.
Inexperienced. or not, the htriol.l do have some both big and .mall . The bi, corms in the Conn of 8J'el1na Calahan,,, 5-) 1 (orward
who is matched "'ith a pair of juniDr po.sl players Bria.nn.a Del&:ado and Jordan Mumsy who stand 5"11 4Ild b-o respectively. n,ey hnvc:
pvtn the Patriots. Good mixofouaide and
'lYn Kn .. , 5-001 ;uaro who ",n pIll' both the poinl and bootiD, guard, b:Is b.Iptd, alon, with 5-611cbocca ",ho j, ,Ih,..
year starter,
Knox is undersit.ed gward, but Wilson likes what she 1ldCs.
"She', rul quid:. attacks the basket wcll and has a prc.ny gooil ou1$1de $hot, W"dson uid.
The inside-outsidt. punch is something all basketball coae:he$}mc to ha\'e, anc Wilson is ver)' pleased \\ith the prOSfeSS his poKer
playen Nnoe made..
"BreaMa CIlahm:I bo5 cood siu , but sht's a litOe DW in fundamentals, Wilson said. "She hils D good jump Ihot, ,ell rcboo.n& and
aeats Is =rtin: to develop 3 niu. outside louch."
Calahan let those Decded rebounds and ts1ablishin.c an inside J)rt:Salee is Briann::. Oelr.lldo,
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2010-2011 Roster:
0 Corey niLlldall 5 '10" SII G
1 DaMarlon Davis 6' 1 " SR F
2 Carlos Martinez 6'1" JII F
3 Vince Mallari 5'10" SR G
5 Dcvaugllll Williams 6'3" JR F
10 Ahrionn Weh:< im' 6
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11 Simu Tllto,"n 5'6" SR G
22 Nkk Sowdl
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:w Andrew Esies 6' 3" JR F
33 Payam Ahmadi 6' 0" JR G
34 Cody Nelson 6'6" SR C
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Re: Final game ceremonies for seniors on varsity basketball team.
Sunday, February 6, 201111: 06 AM
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To: t:i;;ntmoiiibitiiilnOiiarncNl,.ur.com.
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I would appreCiate hearing back from you whether you were able to make any changes.
It's unfortunate that Birmingham eleeled not to have any Friday night games. At Granada
Hills last Friday they had their seniors honored at the game since it was a Friday evening
game and a good crowd, even though they still have a home game (Wednesday) remaining.
I hope to hear back from you. I am communicating on behalf of the parents who I know
would appreciate a change in schedule to accommodate them in honoring the seniors at
their flnal game.
thanks.
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Subject Final game ceremonies for seniors on varsity basketball team.
To: crnasters@lausd.net, c.masterson@birminghamcharter.com,
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Traditionally, at the last home game the seniors are honored with pregame
ceremonies where the cheerleaders for a lane and the seniors are announced one-
by-one and are given each to rose to give to their parents.
However, it is my understanding that it is the athtetic directors who decide on the
basketball schedules. Interesting that in the past some games were on Wednesdays
(typically 5pm but sometimes 7pm), some on Fridays which were always at 7pm.
The Friday games were always with a packed gym (supporters for both tealTlll) and
so there were good ticket sales as well as food sales. However, for some reason
(although I think I know why), It appears that it is Mr. Prtzarrt who decided to have
home games only on Wednesdays and at 4pm. This means that the gym is not very
packed and there are no food sales. But worse, it means that parents and
family usually cannot come to see their kids playl Why in the name of school spirit
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~ e : r mal game ceremomes lor semors on val'lllLY DaSltetDaIl tealll . - r anuo: ... rage ~ UI ~
would this schedule have been requested?
So, I am asking that EI Camino be contacted and that the games be rescheduled so
that the varsity game will start at 7pm. This way the parents should be able to attand
and partlcipale in the tradition accorded to the seniors. Otherwise, it will prove to us
parents that administration at BHS really don't care about the seniors and honoring
them at their flnal home game.
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By going charter, it would get $415,000 in supplemental funds for those students.
Charters also have a lot more freedom in how they spend state money. While much
of the money given to districts is earmarked for specific purposes, say special
education, charter funding is not earmarked.
"How do you say no to something like that?" said LAUSD board member Tamar
GaJatzan, who met with EI Camino Real administrators nurnerQus times to try to
fmd other funding avenues, to no avail. "The state has to take a really hard look at
how they're funding charters and districts. It's really hard for districts to compete."
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motivator.
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charters remain in the main district union but under separate bargaining contracts
that usually give the schools more flexibility in setting salaries, evaluating
performance and hiring and firing.
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Attachment L
UNIFORM COMPLAINT POLICY AND PROCEDURES
The Birmingham Community Charter High School (the "Charter School") policy is to comply with
applicable federal and state laws and regulations. The Charter School is the local agency primarily
responsible for compliance with federal and state laws and regulations governing educational
programs. Pursuant to this policy, persons responsible for conducting investigations shall be
knowledgeable about the laws and programs which they are assigned to investigate. This complaint
procedure is adopted to provide a uniform system of complaint processing for the following types of
complaints:
(I) Complaints of discrimination against any protected group including actual or perceived,
including discrimination on the basis of age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, ethnic group
identification, race, ancestry, national origin, religion, color, or mental or physical disability, or
on the basis of a person's association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or
perceived characteristics in any Charter School program or activity; and
(2) Complaints of violations of state or federal law and regulations governing the following
programs including but not limited to: special education, Title II, Section 504 of the
Rehabilitation Act, consolidated categorical aid, No Child Left Behind, migrant education,
career technical and technical education training programs, child care and development
programs, child nutrition program.
The Charter School acknowledges and respects every individual's rights to privacy. Discrimination
complaints shall be investigated in a manner that protects the confidentiality of the parties and the
integrity of the process. This includes keeping the identity of the complainant confidential, as
appropriate and except to the extent necessary to carry out the investigation or proceedings, as
determined by the Executive Director or designee on a case-by-case basis.
The Charter School prohibits any form of retaliation against any complainant in the complaint process,
including but not limited to a complainant's filing of a complaint or the reporting of instances of
discrimination. Such participation shall not in any way affect the status, grades or work assignments of
the complainant
Compliance Officers
The Governing Board designates the following compliance officer(s) to receive and investigate
complaints and to ensure the Charter School's compliance with law:
Marsha Coates
Executive Director
17000 Haynes Street
(818) 758-5200
The Executive Director or designee shall ensure that employees designated to investigate complaints
are knowledgeable about the laws and programs for which they are responsible. Designated
employees may have access to legal counsel as determined by the Executive Director or designee.
Notifications
The Executive Director or designee shall annually provide written notification of the Charter School's
uniform complaint procedures to students, employees, parents/guardians, the Governing Board,
appropriate private officials or representatives, and other interested parties.
The Executive Director or designee shall make available copies of the Charter School's uniform
complaint procedures free of charge.
The notice shall :
I. Identify the person(s), position(s), or unit(s) responsible for receiving complaints.
2. Advise the complainant of any civil law remedies that may be available to himlher under state
or federal discrimination laws, if applicable.
3. Advise the complainant of the appeal proCC!s pursuant to Education Code Section 262.3,
including the complainant's right to take the complaint directly to the California Department of
Education ("CD En) or to pursue remedies before civil courts or other public agencies.
4. Include statements that:
a. The Charter School is primarily responsible for compliance with state and federal laws
and regulations;
b. The complaint review shall be completed within 60 calendar days from the date of
receipt of the complaint unless the complainant agrees in writing to an extension of the
timeline;
c. An unlawful discrimination complaint must be filed not later than six months from the
date the alleged discrimination occurs, or six months from the date the complainant first
obtains knowledge of the facts of the alleged discrimination;
d. The complainant has a right to appeal the Charter School's decision to the CDE by
filing a written appeal within 15 days of receiving the Charter School's decision; and
e. The appeal to the CDE must include a copy of the complaint filed with the Charter
School and a copy of the Charter School's decision.
Procedures
The following procedures shall be used to address all complaints which allege that the Charter School
has violated federal or state laws or regulations governing educational programs. Compliance officers
shall maintain a record of each complaint and subsequent related actions.
All parties involved in allegations shall be notified when a complaint is filed, when a complaint
meeting or hearing is scheduled, and when a decision or ruling is made.
Step 1: Filing of Complaint
Any individual, public agency, or organization may file a written complaint of alleged
noncompliance by the Charter School.
A complaint alleging unlawful discrimination shall be initiated no later than six months from
the date when the alleged discrimination occurred, or six months from the date when the
complainant first obtained knowledge of the facts of the alleged discrimination. A complaint
may be filed by a person who alleges that he/she personally suffered uniawful discrimination or
by a person who believes that an individual or any specific class of individuals has been
subjected to unlawful discrimination.
The complaint shall be presented to the compliance officer who shall maintain a log of
complaints received, providing each with a code number and date stamp.
If a complainant is unable to put a complaint in writing due to conditions such as a disability or
illiteracy, Charter School staff shall assist himlher in the filing of the complaint.
Step 2: Mediation
Within three days of receiving the complaint, the compliance officer may informally discuss
with the complainant the possibility of using mediation. If the complainant agrees to
mediation, the compliance officer shall make arrangements for this process.
Before initiating the mediation of a discrimination complaint, the compliance officer shall
ensure that all parties agree to make the mediator a party to related confidential information.
If the mediation process does not resolve the problem within the parameters of law, the
compliance officer shall proceed with his/her investigation of the complaint.
The use of mediation shall not extend the Charter School's timelines for investigating and
resolving the complaint unless the complainant agrees in writing to such an extension of time.
Step 3: Investigation of Complaint
The compliance officer is encouraged to hold an investigative meeting within five days of
receiving the complaint or an unsuccessful attempt to mediate the complaint This meeting
shall provide an opportunity for the complainant and/or his/her representative to repeat the
complaint orally.
The complainant and/or his/her representative shall have an opportunity to present the
complaint and evidence or information leading to evidence to support the allegations in the
complaint.
A complainant' s refusal to provide the Charter School's investigator with documents or other
evidence related to the allegations in the complaint, or hislher failure or refusal to cooperate in
the investigation or hislher engagement in any other obstruction of the investigation, may result
in the dismissal of the complaint because of a lack of evidence to support the allegation.
The Charter School's refusal to provide the investigator with access to records andlor other
information related to the allegation in the complaint, or its failure or refusal to cooperate in the
investigation or its engagement in any other obstruction of the investigation, may result in a
finding, based on evidence collected, that a violation has occurred and may result in the
imposition of a remedy in favor of the complainant
Step 4: Response
OPTION I:
Unless extended by written agreement with the complainant, the compliance officer shall
prepare and send to the complainant a written report of the Charter School's investigation and
decision, as described in Step #5 below, within 60 days of the Charter School's receipt of the
complaint.
OPTlON2:
Within 30 days of receiving the complaint, the compliance officer shall prepare and send to the
complainant a written report of the Charter School's investigation and decision, as described in
Step #5 below. lithe complainant is dissatisfied with the compliance officer's decision, he/she
may, within five days, file hislher complaint in writing with the Board.
The Board may consider the matter at its next regular Board meeting or at a special Board
meeting convened in order to meet the 60 day time limit within which the complaint must be
answered. The Board may decide not to hear the complaint, in which case the compliance
officer's decision shall be final.
lfthe Board hears the complaint, the compliance officer shall send the Board's decision to the
complainant within 60 days of the Charter School's initial receipt of the complaint or within the
time period that has been specified in a written agreement with the complainant.
Step 5: Final Written Decision
The Charter School' s decision shall be in writing and sent to the complainant. The Charter
School's decision shall be written in English and in the language of the complainant whenever
feasible or as required by law.
The decision shall include:
1. The findings of fact based on evidence gathered.
2. The conclusion(s) oflaw.
3. Disposition of the complaint.
4. Rationale for such disposition.
5. Corrective actions, if any are warranted.
6. Notice of the complainant's right to appeal the Charter School' s decision within fifteen
(15) days to the CDE and procedures to be followed for initiating such an appeal.
7. For discrimination complaints arising under state law, notice that the complainant must
wait until 60 days have elapsed from the filing of an appeal with the CDE before
pursuing civil law remedies.
8. For discrimination complaints arising under federal law such complaint may be made at
any time to the U.S. Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights.
If an employee is disciplined as a result of the complaint, the decision shall simply state that
effective action was taken and that the employee was informed of the Charter School's
expectations. The report shall not give any further information as to the nature of the
disciplinary action.
Appeals to the California Deoartment of Education
If dissatisfied with the Charter School ' s decision, the complainant may appeal in writing to the COE
within fifteen (15) days of receiving the Charter School's decision. When appealing to the CDE, the
complainant must specify the basis for the appeal of the decision and whether the facts are incorrect
and/or the law has been misapplied. The appeal shall be accompanied by a copy of the locally filed
complaint and a copy of the Charter School's decision.
Upon notification by the CDE that the complainant has appealed the Charter School's decision, the
Executive Director or designee shall forward the fonowing documents to the CDE:
I. A copy of the original complaint
2. A copy of the decision.
3. A summary of the nature and extent of the investigation conducted by the Charter School, if not
covered by the decision.
4. A copy of the investigation file, including but not limited to all notes, interviews, and
documents submitted by all parties and gathered by the investigator.
5. A report of any action taken to resolve the complaint.
6. A copy of the Charter School ' s complaint procedures.
7. Other relevant information requested by the CDE.
The COE may directly intervene in the complaint without waiting for action by the Chaner School
when one of the conditions listed in Title 5, California Code of Regulations, Section 4650 exists,
including cases in which the Charter School has not taken action within 60 days of the date the
complaint was filed with the Chaner School.
Civil Law Remedies
A complainant may pursue available civil law remedies outside of the Charter School's complaint
procedures. Complainants may seek assistance from mediation centers or public/private interest
attorneys. Civil law remedies that may be imposed by It court include, but are not limited to,
injunctions and restraining orders. For discrimination complaints arising under state law, however, a
complainant must wait until 60 days have elapsed from the filing of an appeal with the COE before
pursuing civil law remedies. The moratorium does not apply to injunctive relief and is applicable only
if the Charter School has appropriately, and in a timely manner, apprised the complainant of hislher
right to file a complaint in accordance with 5 CCR 4622.
POLICY AGAINST UNLAWFUL HARASSMENT
The Birmingham Community Charter High School (the "School") is committed to providing a work
and educational atmosphere that is free of unlawful harassment The School's policy prohibits sexual
harassment and harassment based upon pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, race,
religion, creed, color, gender, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical
condition, marital status, age, sexual orientation, or any other basis protected by federal, state, local
law, ordinance or regulation. The School will not condone or tolerate harassment of any type by any
employee, independent contractor or other person with which the School does business with. This
policy applies to all employee actions and relationships, regardless of position or gender. The School
will promptly and thoroughly investigate any complaint of harassment and take appropriate corrective
action, if warranted.
Prohibited Unlawful Harassment
Verbal conduct such as epithets, derogatory jokes or comments or slurs;
Physical conduct including assault, unwanted touching, intentionally blocking normal
movement or interfering with work because of sex, race or any other protected basis;
Retaliation for reporting or threatening to report harassment
Deferential or preferential treatment based on any of the protected classes above.
Prohibited Unlawful Sexual Harassment
In accordance with existing policy, discrimination on the basis of gender in education institutions is
prohibited. All persons, regardless of the gender, are afforded equal rights and opportunities and
freedom from unlawful discrimination in education programs or activities conducted by the School.
The School is committed to provide a workplace free of sexual harassment and considers such
harassment to be a major offense, which may result in disciplinary action, up to, and including
dismissal, of the offending employee.
Sexual harassment consist of sexual advances, request for sexual favors and other verbal or physical
conduct of a sexual nature when: (I) submission of the conduct is either made explicitly or implicitly a
term or condition of an individual's employment; (2) an employment decision is based upon an
individual's acceptance or rejection of that conduct; (3) that conduct interferes with an individual's
work performance or creates an intimidating, hostile or offensive working environment.
It is also unlawful to retaliate in any way against an employee who has articulated a good faith concern
about sexual harassment against him or her against another individual.
All supervisors of staff will receive sexual harassment training within six (6) months of their
asswnption of a supervisory position and will receive further training once every two (2) years
thereafter. All staff will receive sexual harassment training and/or instruction concerning sexual
harassment in the workplace as required by law.
Each employee has the responsibility to maintain a workplace free from any form of sexual
harassment. Consequently, should any individual, in particular those with supervisory responsibilities,
become aware of any conduct that may constitute sexual harassment or other prohibited behavior,
immediate action should be taken to address such conduct. Employees and students are expected to act
in a positive and professional manner and to contribute to a productive School environment that is free
from harassing or disruptive activity. Any employee who believes they have been harassed or has
witnessed harassment is encouraged to immediately report such harassment to their supervisor or the
. Executive Director. See Attachment B for the "Harassment Complaint Form."
Sexual harassment may include, but is not limited to:
Physical assaults of a sexual nature, such as:
o Rape, sexual battery, molestation or attempts to commit these assaults and
o Intentional physical conduct that is sexual in nature, such as touching, pinching, patting,
grabbing, brushing against another's body, or poking another's body.
Unwanted sexual advances, propositions or other sexual comments, such as:
o Sexually oriented gestures, notices, remarks, jokes, or comments about a person's
sexuality or sexual experience.
o Preferential treatment or promises of preferential treatment to an employee for
submitting to sexual conduct, including soliciting or attempting to solicit any employee
to engage in sexual activity for compensation or reward or deferential treatment for
rejecting sexual conduct
o Subjecting or threats of subjecting an employee to unwelcome sexual attention or
conduct or intentionally making performance of the employee's job more difficult
because of the employee's sex.
Sexual or discriminatory displays or publications anywhere at the workplace by employees,
such as:
o Displaying pictures, cartoons, posters, calendars, graffiti, objections, promotional
materials, reading materials, or other materials that are sexually suggestive, sexually
demeaning or pornographic or bringing to work or possessing any such material to
read, display or view at work.
o Reading publicly or otherwise publicizing in the work environment materials that are in
any way sexually revealing, sexually suggestive, sexually demeaning or pornographic;
and
o Displaying signs or other materials purporting to segregate an employee by sex in an
area of the workplace (other than restrooms or similar rooms).
The illustrations of harassment and sexual harassment above are not to be construed as an all-inclusive
list of prohibited acts under this policy.
Complainants and witnesses under these policies will be protected from further harassment and will
not be retaliated against in any aspect of their employment due to their participation, filing of a
complaint or reporting sexual harassment.
The School will investigate complaints promptly and provide a written report of the investigation and
decision as soon as practicable. The investigation will be handled in as confidential a manner as
possible consistent with a full, fair, and proper investigation.
Employees may also direct their complaints to the California Department of Fair Employment and
Housing (,'DFEH"), which has authority to conduct investigation of the facts. The deadline for filing
complaints with the DFEH is one year from the date of the alleged unlawful conduct. If the DFEH
believes a complaint is valid and settlement efforts fail, the DFEH may seek an administrative hearing
before the California Fair Employment and Housing Commission ("FERC'') or file a lawsuit in court.
Both the FEHC and the courts have authority to award monetary and non-monetary relief in
meritorious cases. Employees can contact the nearest DFEH office or the FERC by checking the State
Government listings in the local telephone directory.
While in most situations a personal relationship is a private matter, these relationships are not
appropriate in a professional setting, particularly where one of the parties has management or
supervisory responsibilities.
COMPLAINTS AGAINST PERSONNEL
Specific complaints of unlawful harassment are addressed under the School's "Policy Against
Unlawful Harassment."
II\'TERNAL COMPLAINTS
(Complaints by Employees Against Employees)
This section of the policy is for use when a BCCHS employee raises a complaint or concern about a
co-worker.
If reasonably possible, intemal complaints should be resolved at the lowest possible level, including
attempts to discusslresolve concerns with the immediate supervisor. However, in the event an informal
resolution may not be achieved or is not appropriate, the following steps will be followed by the
Executive DirectorlPrincipal or designee:
1. The complainant will bring the matter to the attention of the Executive DircctorlPrincipal as
soon as possible after attempts to resolve the complaint with the immediate supervisor have
failed or if not appropriate; and
2. The complainant will reduce his or her complaint to writing, indicating all known and relevant
facts. The Executive DirectorlPrincipal or designee will then investigate the facts and provide
a solution or explanation;
3. If the complaint is about the Executive DirectorlPrincipal, the complainant may his or her
complaint in a signed writing to the Chair of the Board of Directors of the School, who will
then conduct a fact-finding.
This policy cannot guarantee that every problem will be resolved to the employee's satisfaction.
However, the School values each employee's ability to express concerns and the need for resolution
without fear of adverse consequence to employment.
POLICY FOR COMPLAINTS AGAINST EMPLOYEES
(Complaints by Third Parties Against Employees)
This section of the policy is for use when a non-employee raises a complaint or concern about a
BCCHS employee.
If complaints cannot be resolved informally, complainants may file a written complaint with the office
of the Executive Director or Board President (if the complaint concerns the Executive Director) as
soon as possible after the events that give rise to the employee's work-related concerns. The written
complaint should set forth in detail the factual basis for the employee's complaint.
In processing the complaint, Executive Director (or designee) shall abide by the following process:
I. The Executive Director or designee shall use his or her best efforts to talk with the parties
identified in the complaint and to ascertain the facts relating to the complaint.
2. In the event that the Executive Director (or designee) finds that a complaint against an
employee is valid, the Executive Director (or designee) may take appropriate disciplinary
action against the employee. A1l appropriate, the Executive Director (or designee) may also
simply counseVreprimand employees as to their conduct without initiating formal disciplinary
measures.
3. The Executive Director's (or designee's) decision relating to the complaint shall be final unless
it is appealed to the Board of Directors of the Charter School. The decision of the Board of
Directors shall be final .
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
1. Confidentiality: All complainants will be notified that information obtained from the
complainants and thereafter gathered will be maintained in a manner as confidential as
possible, but in some circumstances absolute confidentiality cannot be assured.
2. Non-Retaliation: All complainants will be advised that they will be protected against
retaliation as a result of the filing of any complaints or participation in any complaint
process.
3. Resolution: The Board (if a complaint is about the Executive DirectorlPrincipal) or the
Executive DirectorlPrincipal or designee will investigate complaints appropriately under
the circumstances and pursuant to the applicable procedures, and if necessary, take
appropriate remedial measures to ensure effective resolution of any complaint.
UNlFORM COMPLAINT PROCEDURE FORM
uutName: ________________________________ ______________________ _
Student Name (ifapplieable) : Grade: _____ Date of Birth: _______ _
Street Address/Apt. #: ____________________________________ ___ _
City: _____________ _____ State: _____ Zip COde: _ _ ___ _
Home Phon.: _ ___ ___ __ CeU Phone: _ ________ Work Phone: ________ _
SchooVOffice of AUeged Violation: ____________________________________________ _
For .UOi,tion{o) of noncompliance, please check the program Dr ac:tlvity referred to in your complaint, If applicable:
o Adult Education 0 Consolidated Categorical 0 Nutrition Services
o Carcerrrcchnical Education o Migrant and Indian Education o Special Education
o Child Development
For aIlOiatlon(s) of unlawful discrimlnatlonlhara .. ment, p..... cbeck tbe basis of th. unla .. ful
discriminationlharassment described In your complaint, if appUcablc:
o Age 0 Ethnic Group Identification 0 Religion
o Anceshy 0 Gender 0 Sex (Adual '" P,,,,ivtd)
o Color
o Disability (M,nlal 0< Physical)
o National Origin
DRace
o Sexual Orientation (Actual '" Pu"';v,d)
o Based on association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics
1. Please give facts about the complaint. Provide details such as the names of those involved, dates, whether witnesses
were pre .. etc., that may be helpful to the complaint investigator.
2. Have you discussed your complaint or brought your complaint to any School personnel? If you have, to whom did you
take the complaint, and what was the result?
3. Please provide copies of any written documents that may be relevant or supportive of your complaint.
1 have attached supporting documents. 0 Yes 0 No
Signature: _ _ _______________________ Date: ______ _
Mail ,complaint and any relevant documents to:
Marsha Coates
Executive Director
17000 Haynes SIreet
(818) 7S8-S200
HARASSMENT COMPLAINT FORM
It is the policy of the School that all of Its employees be free from harassment including m.' "
harassment. This form is provided for you to report what you believe to be harassment, so that the
School may investigate and talee appropriate disciplinary or other action when the facts shaw
there has been harassment.
If you are an employee of the School, you may file this form with the Executive Director or R",,.dll
President.
Please review the School 's policies concerning harassment for a definition of sexual harassment and
a description of the types of conduct that are considered to be harassment.
The School will undertake every effort to handle the investigation of your complaint In a confidential
manner. In that regard, the School will disclose the contents of your complaint only to those persons
having a need to know. For example, to conduct Its investigation, the School will need to disclose
IIpc>rti.,ns of your factual allegations to potential witnesses, Including anyone you have identified as
II hcrvinlJl: knowledge of the facts on which you are basing your complaint, as well as the aIl41g":[11
signing this form below, you authorize the School to disclose to others Ihe information you
and informalion you may provide In the future. Please nate that the more del'ail,edll
Information you provide, the more lileely it is that the School will be able to address your
to your satis/action.
Charges of harassment are taken very seriously by the Schaol both because of the harm caused to
the person harassed, and because of the potential sanctions that may be talcen against the harasser.
It is therefore very important that you report the facts as accurately and completely as possl,ble
Your Name: _____________ _ Date: _ _ __________ _
Date of Alleged Incident(s): ______________________ _
Name ofPerson(s) you believe harassed you or someone else: ____________ _
List any witnesses that were present: _ ______ ______________ _
Where did the incident(s) occur? ______________________ _
Please describe the events or conduct that are the basis of your complaint by providing as much factual
detail as possible (Le. spccific statements; what, if any, physical contact was involved; any verbal
statements; what did you do to avoid the situation, etc.) (Attach additional pages, if needed):
I acknowledge that I have read and that I understand the above statements. I hereby authorize
the School to disclose tbe information I have provided as it fmds necessary in pursuing its
investigation.
I hereby certify that tbe information I have provided in this complaint is true and correct and
complete to the best of my knowledge and belief.
Date: ________ _
Signature of Complainant
Print Name
Received by:, _____________ _ Date: _ _______ _
COMPLAINT FORM
Your Name: ______________ ____ Date: _________ _
Date of Alleged Incident(s): _______________________ _
Name ofPerson(s) you have a complaint against:, _________________ _
List any witnesses that were present: _____________________ _
Where did the incident(s) occur?
Please describe the events or conduct that are the basis of your complaint by providing as much factual
detail as possible (te, specific statements; what, if any, physical contact was involved; any verbal
statements; what did you do to avoid the situation, etc.) (Attach additional pages, if needed):
I hereby authorize the Birmingham Community Charter High School to disclose the infonnation I have
provided as it finds necessary in pursuing its investigation. I hereby certify that the infonnation I have
provided in this complaint is true and correct and complete to the best of my knowledge and belief. I
further understand providing false infonnation in this regard could result in disciplinary action up to
and including termination.
Date: _______ _
Signature of Complainant
Print Name
To be completed by School :
Received by: ____________ _ Date: ________ _
Attachment M
Jerry W. Simmons
To: Cindy 6alestrero
Subject: RE: A Letter of Apology for the AW'f)NARD "Slre,lcing" Incident from Last Year
From: Lionel Villarreal [lionelvll01@yahoo.comJ
Sent: Thursday, May 10,2012 10:46 AM
To: RIchard Derry; andy Balestrero
Subject: Fwd: A Letter of Apology for the AW'f)NARD Streaking" Incident from Last Year
Begin forwarded message:
From: Stuart Neumann <stuartneuroann@Sbcglobal.net>
Date: May 8, 20124:49:08 PM PDT
To: Rick Prizant <;ricker54@aoLcom>
Cc: Lionel Villarreal <LioneIVIIOI@yahoo.com>
Subject: A Letter of Apology for the AWKWARD "Streaking" Incident from Last Year
Rick:
On April 9th, 20 11, we filmed a scene for an episode of a new MTV television series entitled
AWKWARD. at the Quad at Birmingham High Schoo\. In this episode, this scene was
supposed to take place on the day prior to a big pep rally for an upcoming game. All it was
scripted, there was to be a group of young men, who "streaked" across the quad, while holding
up a banner supporting the school team, the "Titans", of our fictitious high school, "Palos Hills
High School ".
We scouted the school for this episode, with Lionel Villareal, about a week prior to fi lming this
episode. I described the scene, in full detail, and told Lionel, what had been related to me. That
although we were simulating streakers who were supposed to be nude, in reality, the background
extras in this scene, would be wearing flesh colored underwear. On the day of filming, a creative
decision was made to have the guys wear thong-style underwear, which showed their
buttucks. Unfortunately, on this particular day, it also happened that Principal Marsha Coates
and a disciplinary board from the high school were conducting a meeting, in the Main
Administration Building, which is directly adjacent to the Quad.
Principal Coates was visibly shocked and upset, when she, and the other people at the hearing,
saw the young men dressed in thong underwear. Lionel approached me and asked me to speak
with her. I explained the nature of the scene, and assured her that the final version that would be
screened on television, would be much less revealing. In fact, after just having seen the initial
rough cut of the episode, I can assure you that when the episode airs on television, there will be
no bare buttocks or anything risque. The only thing that the viewer will see, will be the bare-
chested young men holding the banner. As our show will be rated PG-13, it will always be
visually clean and PG. Our show's creator/show runner, Lauren Iungerich, is a woman who is
extremely sensitive to these kind of issues, and would never intentionally wish to cause any
parent strife.
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I further assured Principal Coates that the school would never, in any way, be identified as
Birmingham HIgh School. In fact, in our show, the school would always be identified as "Palos
Hills High School", a fictitious high school, set somewhere on the Palos Verdes peninsula. I
further assured Principal Coates, that all of the actors and extras, in the scene, were over 18 years
of age, and that, of course none of them were students at Birmingham HIgh School. Since we
filmed exclusively on weekends, and during their Spring Break, there were never any students
anywhere near our filming, at any time, during our schedule of filming at Birmingham High
School.
Rick, I sincerely apologize for any problems that this incident might have caused you, Principal
Coates, Birmingham HIgh School, or the Los Angeles, Unified School District We have been
informed that A WKW ARD. will be renewed for a third season, and we sincerely hope that we
will always be welcome to film on the campus of Birmingham High School. Thank you, so
much, for your continued understanding, cooperation and assistance, with coordinating and
processing, all of our filming requests at Birmingham High School.
Best wishes -
- Stuart
Stuart Neumann
Location Manager
AWKWARD.
MTVlNew Remote Productions
818/688-7064 (Office)
323/ 698-6899 (Cell)
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Attachment N
ADDENDUM TO FILM LICENSE AGREEMENT FOR USE OF PREMISES
This Addendum to the Film License Agreement for Use of Premises ("Addendum' ) is dated
_---,-___ and made by and between BIRMINGHAM COMMUNITY CHARTER HIGH
SCHOOL ("BCCHS"), a Califomia nonprofrt public benefit corporation operating as a public
charter school and ("Licensee"), and Incorporates by reference the
terms of the Form of Production License and Agreemerrt (' Agreement') entered into between
the LOS ANGELES UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT ('Licensor') and Licensee.
BCCHS wi ll not grant a fi lm license or use of facility under the Civic Center Act for any usage
that will include, involve, or use:
1. Pomography, or material that is otherwise harmful to minors, or containing
sexual content inappropriate for a school environmerrt;
2. Language, gestures, or conduct that is vulgar, profane, obscene, abusive, or
disruptive;
3. LeWd, lascivious, immoral or illegal content or materials;
4. Discrimination based upon race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex,
age, and/or any other legally protected status;
5. Gambling, including games of chance;
6. Activities which are disorderly and/or unlawful;
7. Commercial camivals, circuses, or similar traveling shows; or
8. Alcohol , drugs, cigarettes or other substances or items which are not allowed on the
BCCHS campus.
This Addendum shall be supplemental to the License and Agneement, and in the event of any
conflict between the terms and conditions of the License and Agreement and this Addendum,
the terms and conditions of this Addendum shall govem over and supersede the terms of the
License and Agreement.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, BCCHS and Licensee have executed this Addendum on the dates
set forth adjacent to the respective signatures below.
By: BIRMINGHAM COMMUNITY CHARTER HIGH SCHOOL:
Date: _____ _
By: __________ _
Name:
Trtle:
By: [ENnTY NAME], LICENSEE
Date: _____ _
By:
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Title:
Attachment 0
INTER- OFFICE CORRESPONDNCE
To: rs. Coates APRIL 30, 2012
Fro : T.Greene
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arri ed to the Beaudry building around 2:30 p.m. and proceeded to the 16
th
floor. I met with
Mr. ajera and hand delivered the disk. I stood there, he inserted the disk into the computer
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CALIFORNIA FORM 700
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A PUBLIC DOCUMENT
STATEMENT OF ECONOMIC INTERESTS
COVER PAGE
Dale ReceNed
0fk;MI w..
Ploase rypa or print in Ink.
NoWE OF FILER
PIZANO ANTONIO
1. Office, Agency, or Court
Agency Name
Oivi,ion. Board. Oeparlmer/, Oislricl, applicablo
Board Member
... If filing for multiple posll:ons, fist below or on an aUichmenl
Your Position
Community Member
nla
AiJeI1CY: ------------ ----
nla POSition: ______________ _ _
2. Jurisdiction of Office (Check al least one bolt)
o Sial!
o _____________ _

3. Type of Statement (Check al leasl one box)
181 Annual: The period covered Is Janua,y 1, 2011 , through
December 31. 2011.
..,r
The period covered is _ __ Ihroogh
December 31. 2011 .
o Office: Date assumed _ __ _
o Judge or Court (Slalewlcle
o Counly d _____________ _
181 Portion of LA County (LAUSO)
o Le.ving OIfIce: O,le Left --1--1 _ _ _ _
(Check o"e)
o The period covered b J.ou;vy 1. dale 01
leaving office.
o The portO<! covered is --1--1 ___ .
the date of leaving office.
o Candidate: Eleciion Year ____ _
Office sough!, ff dlferenl lhan Part 1: _______________ _
4. Schedule Summary
Check 'ppllcabl. sc/ledules 01' "Non .
o Schedule A' InveS/menls - schedule altached
D Schedul o A2 IrweSlfflefllS - schedule attached
o Schedule B Reel Pmpeny - _
-or-
Tolal number of pages including this cover page: _....:... __
o Schedule C /ncome. LDans. BusIness PositkJIIs - schedule .tlached
o Schedule 0 IfIcome - Gills - schedule .tlar:tled
o Schedule E Itr:ome - Gifts - TI.veJ Payments - schedule atlar:h!l!
{81 None No reponsble ImereslS on any schetJuJ8
5. Verification
MAlIHG AClMSS STREET
MAgDIqAd:h:!sJ 'ffClll"" I6ld::d
18325 Chatsworth Sl.
[)AYlN TLEPtIOHE NUNBEA
( 818 I 692-1049
CIN STAn:
Northridge CA
E-MAIL ADORESS (OPTIONAl)
anlonloplzanojr@gmai J. com
91326
I have uud aD reasonable ditigence in preparing [hi; statsmetlL I have revie--Ned Ihls statement anc! to lhe best or my knowledge the 1nf00rnition
herein and il any attached schedlJe5 is true and complete. I acknowiedge this is 8 public OOcumenL
I certify under penally of peQury under the laws of the State 01 California that the foregoing is \lll!CII>kcote<:t.
Date Signed ____ ,,312:::;-9/,; 2,,0,,'2;;-__ _

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FPPC ToIlFree Helpti ne: S66mM'm
CALIFORNIA FORM 700
, " ' "'l'" , I L' ! t., T' l"
A PUSLIC DOCUMENT
COVER PAGE
Oate ReceIved
I)I!I(HI U"ewy
Please t)pe Of plfnt In Ink.
JWE Of Fll..ER
AgOllCf Name
IWTl
Lasiter
DNision. BoanI. Depa<lmetl\ Dislriet, .pplCabIe
I for multiple posi1ians. list below or on an ,ilachrr.e<ll
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Doris
Your PosiOOn
Interim PrincipaUCEO
IIIDDLE)
Crowell

2. Jurisdiction of Office (Chock./ IN./ on. bQ)()
o Slate
________________________ _
________________________ _
3. Type of Statement (ChKk tf 1 ... / on. b<t)
lSI Annual : The period coverad is Janua/)' 1. 2011. lhroogh
December 31. 2011.
100 period """,ad is ----1----1 ______ ihrough
DKamber 31. 2011.
o "'",ming OffIce: D.1e assumed ----1----1 ____ __
o Judge or Court Cormtissloner (Statewide Jurisdiction)
o d ______________________ _
lSI Other Portion of LA County
o Lttvlng OffIce: DOlI LefI----1----1 ____ __
(Check one)
o The period covered I. January 1. 2011 . lhrough Iha date d
_ng 0/11 ...
o The period ",vered I. ----1----1, ____ !hrough
1110 date d ieev<>g om ...
o Candicl>te: Election Yea' _____ _
Oflice sough\ l different III.., Part 1: ______________ __
4. Schedule Summary
CMck 'pplieabl chtduJu 01 "None.
Toul number of piges Including this cover plge: ___ _
o Schedul. Al _ - schedule attacllad
o Scheduio C Income, Loans. & Bum ... PosNiotI. - _ a1Ia<:hed
o Schedul. A2 1_ - schedule ottaciJed o Schtdul. 0 Income - G .... - sche<*llo attached
o Schedul. B Reel Propflty - scIle<IuIe atta<:llad o Schedule E Income - GIIIi - TIllI'Oi Poymsn/4 - allached
-or
lSI Non. No reporlabie inlmm 0/1 any _e
5. Verification
IofAIllHG ADORESS STRUT
(811Sintu 01 AQM:;y ..... PubIc 00MwtJ
17000 Haynes Stra.t
OAYTlWE TB.VHONE JrrIUMBER
( 818 ) 757-5200
CITY
Lake Balboa CA
E-MAL ADDRESS (OFOOrW.)
d.lasiter@birminghamcharter.com
ZIP COOE
91406
I have used all ",,,,,,,,,bIe .. in pnlpeMg lIIi I hav.reviewed !tis _enl and 10 the besl d rrry kn<Woedge the Infonmetioo ",nIained
hatein and In any attached schedules Is inle IWld complela. I ecI<I'oaMedge !his Is pubi c document
I certify undor ponI!ty of ptfjury unlltr tho i>ws of tit. Stala of califomll that tit. f
Dati SIgned _______ M"'a"'Y ",1 0", .",2;;;;0_1 2,-__
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COVER PAGE
1. OK",", Agency, or Coun
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2. Jurlsdi<IJon 01 Ollk. (Chct" ...........
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2012
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4. Scheduko Summary
C1Md """'** (Jf "M:nL"
ToUI_ or_1ndxIIng IIJIs "',,,v ___ -'--_
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o Sct.u. C hZmf, l/MIII. - tchKllIe dIdlId
o ItIII:tM
o SdIIduI8 8 Bad PIopiJt1y-ICftIdl-'t aaacMd
o SctlIduII 0 ira:It'IIIt - GIts -1CtItdtM eIIIchId
o Set-... E h:D'rIf - Gitt - TIMI p,ytrWIS - atIId'Itd
5. VerIflcaUon
WlUiGAIIOftEU iriiif c/l'l" STAn. ZlPCClI)i

7050 Shoshone Aw Vln Nu)'l CA 91406
ItwliLAi.iCllliiiiQFriiiiilij
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FPPC FomI 100 (201112012)
FPPC lbI-FrH Helpline: 1&81215-3112
CALIFORNIA FORM 700
f"U< PO_IT ( .. I f'1-: .. l .!( t"> , I
A PUBLI C DOCUMENT
COVER PAGE
Date Rt!ceived
VftJd. (tw ON'(
Pf08$l1 type or print in ink.
Mil ar Colleen
(MJDDL)
Rose
Agency Name
Di';'ion. Board, Departmenl. Dislric1.
Board
... If ftting for multiple positions, list below or on an attachmenL
Board Member
Your Position
Agency: __________ _____ __

2. Jurisdiction of Office (Ch.ck " lu.t on. box)
OS",,,,
___ ____ ______ _
OC!ym ______________ _
3. Type of Statement (Chock .t Iw.t on. box)
IBl Annu. l: The period covered is January 1, 2011. through
December 31.2011.

The period covered is ---1----1 ___ , through
Oecember 31. 2011.
o Assuming OffICe: Date assumed ___ _
o Judge or Court Commissioner (Stalewide Jurisdiction)
____________________ ___
119 Other Portion of LA County (LAUSO)
o Leovlng OffiCI: Dole L.ofI ---1---1, ___ _
(Check one)
o The period covered is January 1. 2011, through the dole d
leaving office.
o The period covered ;, ---1---1 ___ through
the date of leaving otIice.
o Candidate: Election Year _ ___ _
OfIce soughl. if differenllhan Part 1: _ ____ __________ _
4. Schedule Summary
Check chedule. or "NOlle. Total number of Including this cover ___ _
o Schedule A-1 Inveshnenls - ailached
o Schedule C Income. & B ....... PosIions - schedule attached
o Sch<clule 1.2 Investmenls - eiIached o Sch,dule 0 Income - Gills - schedule alladled
o Scill ... ", B Real Property - schedule attached o Sch,dul. E . Income - Gifts - rrMf Payments - schedule attached
-or
[8] None No reporl!b1e 00 any sdlediJe
5. Verification
IMIUNG AOORESS STREET
(Bf$)IA fJI' Agttr:; RtQ)lWllcltlWd - PubIC CbcvmnJ
17000 Haynes Street, Lake Balboa, CA 91406
MYTIWE TELEPHONE NUJomR
( 818 ) 7585200
STATE
I E-MAIL ADOOESS toPTIONAl)
I have used aU reasonable diligence in pl"eparing this statemenL I have revieoNed tlis statement and to the besl of my knowledge the ilformation contained
hereil and in any attached schedules is lnJa and c::omplete_ I acknaHIedge this i5 a public document. \
I certify under penalty of Plrjury under the laws of the Statl of Cali fornia that the foregolOSI Is true and correct.
Dat.Slgnod :J\ (\.&2
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FPPC Form 700 (201112012)
FPPC ToQ-Free HelplIne: 866127.5-3n2 WWoN.fppc.ca.gov
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CALIFORNIA fORM 700
(Am "Cllf' ..... l ... l> l.:Clr,II.IIc,",ON
A PUBLI C DOCUMENT
COVER PAGE
Date Recerved
O'lbat Us," Only
.Plesse type Of Print In ink.
NAM OF flUR
KRONSTADT
fiRST)
ROCHELLE
(IIJJOUl
BOMSER
Agency Name
Division. Board, Departmenl, Dislric1, W applicable
.. If 61ing for positioos, list below or 00 an attachment
Your Position
MEMBER. BOARD OF DIRECTORS
____________ ______ _
Position: _______ ____ ___ _
2. Jurisdicti on of Office (Check at lelSl one box)
OSlale
o Mulli-Counly _______ _______ _
o Cllyof _ ____________ _
3. Type of Statement (ChecJr .lIeast one box)
o Annual: The period covered Is Januery 1, 2011, thtcugh
December 31,2011.
-or-
The period covered Is ______ , through
Deoember 31, 2011 .
o Assuning Office: Dale assumed ____ __
o Judge Of Coort Commissioner (Sialewide Jurisdiclioo)
___________ __
[1g Othet PORTION OF LA COUNTY (LAUSD)
o Leaving Office: Dale Left ____ __
(C/Ject. one)
o The period covered Is Janua/)' 1. 2011 , Ihrough Ihe dale 01
leaving oifica
o The period covered ____ Ihroogh
o Candidate: EIeclion Year _____ _ OWce soughl, il differenllhan P-.rt 1: ______________ _
4. Schedule Summary
Check applic,ble schedules or "None,'
Total number of pages including this cover page: __ . -,1 __
o Schedule A 1 InvesJm<n1S - schedule attached
o Sdledule C Incom8, & Business Poskions - schedule adached
o Schedule A2 InvesJnJe11i5 - scheduk> attached
o Schedule 0 Income - GIlls - schedule abached
o Schedule B Rea' Propetty - schedule anached
o Schedule E Income - Gilts - Travel Payments - schedule attached
-or
None No reportable interests on any schedule
5. Verification
MAIlING ADDRESS STREET
rr Af1McIAdhss DlJ/fI8I'tJ
17000 HAYNES STREET
DAYTIME TEl EPHOI-lE HUIr.f6ER
( 818 ) 758-5250
ClTV STATE
LAKE BALBOA CA
EWJlAOORESS {OPTIONAL)
r.kronstadt@blrmlnghamcharter.com
ZI P GOOE
91406
I have used aU reasonable diligence p<eparing lhi s statement I have reviewed this statemenl and 10 Ihe besl of my kna"edge ihe lnloona1i011 contained
heroin and in any alladted schedules is lIue and I ad<nowledge a docunenl
I certify under penalty of perjury under the laws of the Stale of Cafifomia tNl lhe :O;:Olng Is :00 correct
OaleSigned htJ SlgnalUre iJ./n(.47id'Z:
dIj,w}
FPPC Form 700 (201112012)
FPPC Toll---Free Helpnne: 8S6I2753m www.tppc.ca.gov
CALIFORNIA FORM 700
fA R rOlHlCAl
A PUBLIC DOCUMENT
COVER PAGE
Date Received
O/llclfl uw Ott.'y
Pleas& t)ope or print in ink.
Name
Division, Boan!. DepattmOll( Disbict. app/ic2bIe
Goveming Bcand
W filing for multiple posiIiOI1s. r.1 beloW or on an aItacIlmenl.
Margaret
Your PosHion
Secretary
(MJOIlI.E/
Wood

2. Jurisdiction of Office (Chock.1 I .. st on. bor)
05r.rts o Judge or Court Commission.r Jurisdidlon)
o M!J1i.Coun/y ____________ _ o Coun/y 01 ____________ _
________________ ___ [gI OIher Portion of LA County (LAUSD)
3. Type of Statement (Chock ,tI .. st on. box)
o Annual: The period <:overod is Jailuary 1. 201 1. lhroL\Ih
December 31 . lOll .
.gr
o Luvlng OffICI: Dale Left ----1----1 __ ,.-
(Old one)
Th. period <:overed is ----1----1 ___ lhrou o The period <:overed is January 1. 2011. through the date m
leaving office.
00_ 31. lOll.
[gI Astumlng Office: Dale "sumed 201 1
o The period covered Is ----1----1 ___ I/uough
!he dete m lee,;ng office.
o Candidate: E1ec1ao Year ____ _
_____________ __
4. Schedule Summary
ChICk .ppllCiblt schedule.s or 'Wona. Total number of pages including this cov., pag.: ___ _
o Schlllful. A-1 Investments - schedule attsched
[gI Schedul. C inCOl7lf. Los"., & BusIn ... - ,chedule atladled
o Schedule 1>.2 investmon/, - schedule attached
o Schodul. 0 Incomo - G/4z; - schedlA. attschod
o Sch.dul. B RHI Property - schedule aHache;
o Schedule E Income - G/4z; - rra"" Payment:; - a11ached
.gr
o Non. No IOpOItsbie intftost:; on 8I1'f sdlodula
5. Verification
WJUOO ADDRESS STREET
{BUiIrast 01 Actch.ss RtIaJmmendtd PuliIt: c.auntt!
17000 Haynes Street
( 818 ) 3321-8999
CIlY STATE
Lake Balboa CA
E.wJL ADDRESS. (OPTIOtiAlI
p.goyak@birmlnghamcharter.com
2lP COO<
91406
I h8Y8 used aU reCDOJlsble diligence in preparing this ,ta'.emenl I have reviewed this statement and 10 Ihe best of my knovt.edge the Information corrtained
hor.ln and any attadled sc/Iodul .. is tN. and complete. I admowiedge is pubUc dacumenL
I certify under penalty of perjury under the laws or the Stat. of Canfomll thlt th. foregoing Is true and corroc;t.
Date Signed ____ -;;0;;;312;;;:;;6;:;11"'2;;.-__ _
(nIM6'I, 1ft))U)
FPPC Fozm 700 (2011J2012)
FPPC ToUFree Helpline: 86e1275-3n2 www.fppc.ea.gov
SCHEDULE C
Income, Loans, & Business
Positions
CALIFORNIA FORM 700
.IlU' "fI .. l TlClS co, .15:'10.
Name
(Other than Gifts and Travel Payments)
1 INcor:'E RECEIVED 1 mCOME RECEIVEC
NAME Of SOURCE OF INCOME
AOORESS AoctJp/llJJ,.)
17000 Haynes Street Lake Balboa, CA 91408
BUSINESS ACTMTY, IF ANY', OF SOURCE
Education
YOUR BUSINESS POsmoN
Teacher
GROSS INCOME RECEIVED
0.500 - nooo 0 $1,001 - $'10,000
[BJ "0,001 - $100,000 0 OVER 'l00,DOG
CONSIDERATION FOR 'M'{ICH INCOME 'NIlS RECEIVED
I2SJ Salary 0 Spou .. " or reglat.wd domeslic partner'5 inc:ofM
o Lot.n
Op_
o S.I4 .. ____ --:===.".,-=-=,._----
(RNI prt'OPIIty. CM. boat. I:J
o Commluion or 0 Rent.! Income, Ii# UCfI IOIIIc. 01 $10,tD:l OIlIICn

(Oac;tit.J
.... LUANS HEGI;;IVI;.O OR QUT:;TANDING CURING REPORTING PERIOD
NAME OF SOURCe OF INCOME
BUSINESS ACTMTY, IF AiN, OF SOURCE
YOUR BUSINESS PostOON
GROSS INCOIdE RECENEO
o $.500 - 11,000 0 11.001 -"0,000
o $10. 001 ,'00,000 0 OVER $100,000
CONSIDERAnON fOIt \\tIICH INCOME WIIS RECElVEC
o SaIaty 0 SpolIlI'. Of dom_Uc paM .... Income
o Loan 0 Palttlel'lhIp
0 ...... ----=====-::=-----

o Commlulon or 0 Rental /nc:cm., lit aact'l JOIItW fII 110.000 01_

.',.,,,.,
* You are not required to report loans from commercial lending Institutions, or any indebtedness created as part of a
retail installment or credtt card transaction, made in the regular course of business on lerms avanable to
members of the public withoul regard to your official status. Personal lcans and loans received nolln a lender's
regular course of business must be disclosed 8S follows:
NAME OF LENDER
BUSINESS ACTMTY, IF ANY, OF LENOER
HIGHEST BALANC OURING REPORTlNG PER:IOO
0,,"0 . " ,000
o $1,001 - 110,000
o . ' 0,001 - $100,000
o OVER 1100,000
,Comments:
INTEREST RATE
----'" 0 No",
SECURrN FOR LOAN
o None 0 Peraonll Nuance
DR ______
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o Gu.,..ntor _____ __________ _

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FPPC Form 700 (201112012) Sell. C
FPPC ToU-Free Helpline: 8661275-37n www.fppc.ca.gov
ALiFORNIA FORM 700
AIR POlITICAL PRAC TICES COMI.,ISSoION
A PUBLIC DOCUMENT
COVER PAGE
Dale Received
t:JIfINI Only
lease type or print in ink.
\ME OF FILER (LAsn (Jo!lOOlE)
fSSr OX)
)
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\ .r. C - too I _"b _ n
'0 ' ". " Loffil('(\UnA .. c -
Division, Boatd, Oepa Oislrict, appl icable Vour Position
_____________ --=COc:..:rnc.:....:
If filing for multiple positions, list beklw or on an attachment.
Agency: __________________ _
PosiUon: ________ _______ _
Jurisdiction of Office (Check.t least one box)
o State
o Multi-County ______________ _
DCityof _______________ _
Type of Statement (Check at least one box)
Annual: The period covered is January 1, 2011, through
Deoember 31, 2011.
-or
The period covered is -----1-----1 ____ , through
December 31. 2011.
o Assuming Office: Date assumed -----1-----1 ___ _
o Judge or Court Commissioner (Statewide Jurisdiction)
o County of ______________ _
I8J Other Portion of LA County (LAUSD)
o Leaving Office: Date Left -----1-----1, ___ _
(Check one)
o The period covered is January 1, 2011 , through the dale 01
leaving office.
o The period covered is -----1-----1' ____ " through
the dale of leaving office.
o Candida Ie: Election Vear _____ _ Office if different than Part 1: _______________ _
Schedule Summary
Check applicable schedules or "None. Total number of pages including this cover page: .+
o Schedule A1 . Investments - schedule attached
o Schedule C Income. Loons, & BusIness PasiVons - schedule attached
o Schedule A2 . Investments - schedule atlached
o Schedule 0 . Income - Gills - schedule altached
o Schedule B . Real Propeny - schedule attached
o Schedule E . Income - Gins - Travel Payments - schedule attached
-or
!gJ None No fepoll1Jble IntereslS on any schedule
Verification
""lUNG ADORESS STREET CITY STATE ZIP COO
(8usiMss (II Agency Aai'fo.1S Recommtttded PIlDIic Documetll)
o s
I have used all reasonable diligence in preparing this statemenL I have reviewed this statement and to the best of my knowledge the infonnatk," contained
herein and in any attached schedules is true and complete. I acl<nowledge this is a public documenL
I certify under penalty at perjury under the laws of the SllIle of California thallhe foregOing Is true and carre l.
Dale Signed =i . 'd . \ 'd.-
(n1OfWlL dI)f yu)
FPPC Fonm 700 (201112012)
FPPC TolIFree Helpline: 88612753772 www.fppc.ca.gov

L I L' L,
A pum c
COVER PAGE
Date Received
Cl'XfJl use lWr
IWIEOF .....
C! !
ff ftIlng far posiliool, lilt below 0( on an _mont.

PooIIIon:
2. Jurisdiction of OffIce (Cllodl II lout on. bar)
DStU
_____________________ _
DCityof ____________ _
3, Type of Statement (CIIod! II lout OIl. bar)
g Annual: Tho poI1od covered II JII1UIIIY I , 2011 , IIvough
Dtcombor 31, 2011.
Tho poI1od _ rod 11--1--1' _____ lI1rough
December 31, 2011.
D Alluml", 0lIl .. : 0111 aosumod --1--11 __ _
D Judgl IJ( Coun eonvn_ 15_ Jurisdidlon)
D clh-------__ -,-__ ".-____ _
0!l0itll< ,fJo/l.bOrJ of' IA-
D lNvIns OIIIc:o: DallllIft --1--1' __ _
(Check txltJ
o Tho poI1od _Is JanulfY I, 2011 , l!mJgh 1111 data cI
IeIlYing elliot.
o Tho poI1od _ 11--1--1 IhIalgh
Iht dill cllIMlg ellice.
D Candlillbo: EIodIon YIII _______ _ O/Iico ldlll'nntihan Part 1: ___________________ _
4. Schedul. SUml1\ll'y
Chodl app//cob/t .dloduJlI or "Hollo.'
D SdIodUil 1.1 - ,_ - schediJo aI!ochod
D _.10 A-Z - _ - schedule'-
D SchtduIo B - Rill Proptity - _ aI!ochod
.., ....
Tot.! number of P'II" including this cover PI1/f: __ __
D _Il10 C -Income, Loam. , sum.u -.. - _10_
D ScI!odIllo 0 - /ncomt - GIIII- schediJo _
D SdIodIllo E - Income - GIIII- 1I'MI Paymentr - _Ie .-
.B! No .. - No rIp(IItabJe _ on IIIIY._
S. V.rlftcatlon
CITY STATE lPCOOE
I __ aD rIIIOflIbIt dUlgInce In IhIo _ I havl IhIo _end 10 Iht cI my knowlodgllht '
IItId in any _ scheduitllo IIUe and comp/Ita. I acIcnowIodgl IhIo 10 pubic doc:IInoot
I ctrtIfy 111\_ penally 01 pIIj.IY WId., 1111 _ of til. _ of Ctillomll1hal1lll
FPPC Form 700 (201112012)
FPPC Tou.;-,... Hltlpllne: 8661275-3n2 WWW..fppc.ca.gov
CAlli ORNIA .ORM 700
"HI ... " ...
A PUBLIC DOCUM[NT
COVER PAGE
Received
' ., .. 0"
PlNMtypaorplfnllnink.
.... OFFUII
Castaneda
Agency N,..,.
{LAST)
Division, Board, Oepartmenl District, if applicable
If 61injjlor positions. list below or 00 an _enl

Irvin
Administrative Director
Your Position

Position: __________________________ _
2. Jurisdiction of Office (Chock It lo,.t ono box)
o Siaia
o Multl-Coonty ________________________ _

3. Type of Statement (Chock . t I st one box)
I&l "'nnu.': The period covered January 1. 2011. Ihroogh
December 31. 2011.
-or-
The period covered is .--.J--.J ____ Ihrough
December 31,2011.
o Ao.uming Office: Dale assumed .--.J __ -1.. ____ __
o Judge Of Court Commissioner (Statewide Jurbdidlon)
o County 0/ ________________________ _
I!!I O1her Portion of LA County
o LoaYlng Office: Dale Left --.J--.J ____ __
(Check one)
o The period covered is January 1. 2011. Ihrough the da .. 01
leaving oflice.
o The plriod covered is --.J--.J' ______ lhrcugh
!he de .. of leaving office.
o Candldlto: Section Veer ________ __ OIfoce sought l dilfe",nllhan Part 1: ___________
4. Schedule Summary
Check . chedulft Of "Non .
Toul number of pages including this cover page: ____ __
o SdIodult ... 1 inwstmontr - schedule attached o Sch.dule C I....,., Loans, & au,.,... Positions - _Ie _ed
o SdIodult "'2 Investmollts - sdledule attached o Sch.dule 0 Incomo - Gil. - sdledule attached
o S<hedult B Reel Proporty - schedul. attached o Schedule E fn<:ome - Gills - Trove! Peymonts - sc:hedule at1ac:hed
-or-
Non. No roporlable in/Mitt 011 any schedule
5. Verification
f,WUNG ADDRESS STREET
(Bua\'INI 01 AgMrt:y Attu RtcorrmtIIdtd Public DocumInIJ
17000 Haynes Ave
( 818 ) 7585227
CITY STATE ZIP COOE
Lake Bal boa CA 91 406
E""'lAOORESS (0PT'l:lNAl.)
l.castanedaCblrmlnghamcharter.com
I have used .. asmable dligence In p",paring !his slaiam,nL I have reviewed !his .1aIement and Jo til. basI at my knowledge the Inlormalion <onIained
herein and in any attached schedules is true and complete. this is a public document
I "rilly undor penalty 01 PIIlury under !he lows 01 th. 51.11. of CaUfom11 tNt th. 10"ll01ng Is true and <orrt<\. .
01" Signed ____ ___ _
-"",..,
Slgn.llI .. -;:;;;,"""' ____ __
t:=:1tIIItMn!;& lO'iiij 0GiJ
FPPC Fotm 700 (201112012)
FPPC ToU-Free Helpline: 8661275-3m www.lppe.ea.gov
CALIFORNIA FORM 700
Ff. IR POll TIC"l PR;.ClICE::, COf .U:;:;101l
A PUBLIC OOCUMEN r
COVER PAGE
Date Received
---"'"
Pl8i1:i#1 Wit or prinJ kl ink.
twIDDLE) KAME OF fIlER
Bowdoin Tracie A.
,. Office, Agency, or Court
Agency Name
Birmingham Communily Charter High School
Division, iloaJO, Oislrict. if
School
.. If filing for positions, Usl below or on an attachment
Your Position
Director/Assistanl Principal

___________________________ _
2. Jurisdiction of Office (Chedl.1 /ust one box)
o State
o _ ___________ _
o of _____________________________ _
3. Type of Statement (Check.f / .. 51 one box)
lEI Annual : The period covered is January 1. 2011, through
Oecembef 3f , 2011.
-or
The paned cov.,ed is 2012 Ihrough
December 31 , 201"
o Assuming OffICe: Date assumed ____ _
o Judie or Court CommOsioner (Statewide Jurisdi:lion)

o Leaving OffKe: O.t. Left ---1---1 _ _ _
(CN!cJr one)
o Th. paned covered Is January 1, 2011 , IhroLlllh the date of
lesving office.
o The paned is ---1---1 ___ through
the date leaving office.
o Candidate: Year _ ______ __ Office n llIan Part 1: ______________ __
4. Schedule Summary
Check applicable schedules or "None.
Total number of pages including this cover page: __ _
o Schedule A ' Investments - schedule attached o Schedule C Income, Loans. & _ - SGheduie attached
o Sd1edule A-2 Investmen1S - schedul. attactod o Schedufe 0 Income - Gilts - schedule attached
o Sd1edule 8 Real Propetry - scIledu:' attached o S<hedule E _ - Glifs - Travel Payments - attached
-or
IEl None No reponabls interests 011 any schedule
5. Verification
MAIlING ADORE.SS STREET
(BusNss or Aginy.wm RecamtrIIJIIlIed PtII1k Ommerr)
17000 Haynes Street.
OAYTlUE TElEPHONE NUMBER
( 818 ) 7584404
Lake Balboa Ca
E.wJ.. ADDRESS (OPno.'W..)
t.bawdoin@birml nghamcharter.com
91406
J have used all reasonable diligence in preparilljj this statement I have reviewed this statement and to the best of rrYf knowledge the Informatlon contained
herein and in any attached schedules is !rue and complete. I adr.nowIedge this is a pubic cIocurnenl
1 certify under penalty of perjury under the laws of the State of Calrfornia thlt the foregoing Is ltUe and correct.
Oat,Slgned May 11,2012 Slg",,,,,\.. -
ffflCnlll,4l1YW) Di&i)
FPPC Form 700 (2011flO12)
FPPC Toll- Free Helpline: 8661275--3772 www.fppc.ca.gov
- - . .
CALIFORNIA FORM 700
11'1 Pr) ltTl (;'\l I'I,,,,C flees cm ..
A PUBLIC DOCUMENT
COVER PAGE
Dele Received
0If>QlII 1m OMi
Plea. type or print in ink.
NAME OF FUR (LAST)

(IIIODLEI
.Division, Board, Department, District, if apprlCabJe Your Position
.. if flUng fa- multip!e positions, list below oc on an attCK:hment.
AQency: ________________ _ _____________ _
2. Jurisdiction of Office (Chock.t I ... t 011. box)
o Slate
o Multl-County _____________ _
O Cilyof _____________ _
3. Type of Statement (Ch.ck.t 1.15t on. box)
Annual: The pertod covered I, January 1. 2O".lhrough
December 3,.20" .
or The period covered is 2cJ II
Dece!rber 31 . 2011.
Ihrough
o Assuming Office: Dale assumed ---.J---.J ___ _
o Judge or Court Commissioner (Statewide Jurisdiction)
o County of _ __________ _
o Other ____________ _
o Lemng OffiCi: Date Left ---.J---.J _ _ _ _
(Check one)
o The period covered January 1. 2011. IhroiJgh !he dale 01
le"'''g office.
o The period covered ---1---1 ____ lhrough
o Candidate: Eledion Ve ... _____ _ Office soughl, dlfferenllhan Part 1: ______________ _
4. Schedule Summary
Check appllubl chadu/ .. or IINon " Total number of pages including this cover page: __ _
o Schedule Al Investments - schedule al12ched o Schedule C Income, & BuM8SS Posi!ions - schedule attached
o Schedule A2 Investments - schedule .llached o Schedule 0 Income - G/ffs - schedule al1ached
o Schedule B Reel Propetty - schedule allached o Schedule E Income - Gills - Travel Paymenls - schedule attached
-or
F:t' None No reportable interests 00 any schsduls
5. Verification
MAILING AIXlRESS STREET CITY STATE 21P COIlE
_,, ___ O<>de<l. __
I \.r :2.1.J G) lfl/l 0 f.t
OAYTIME TElEPHONE NUUSER
( 'i l"l l
I have used aU reasonable di1iger1ce preparing Ihi s slalemenl. I haYe reviewed Ihis slalement and to Ihe besl 01 my knowledge Ihe cooJalned
herein and in any attached sd'ledules is true and complete. I acknoNledge this Is a public document.
I certify under penalty 01 perjury under the laWi 01 the Slite 01 Call1oml, thet the lo,"'OolntRIdcorrt<L

oat. Signed ("""''''' '''') Signatu", ("' .. ___ ..........
FPPC Fo,," 700 (201112012)
FPPC TollFree Helpline: B661275-Jm WW'W.fppc.ca.gov
CALIFORNIA FORM 700
F .. IP. POlll,CAl P'iu .::nCES CO".1(
'l\ PUBLIC DOCUMENT
COVER PAGE
Date ReceIved

Pie,. type or prinJ iI'I InJc.
NAME OF FlLEIt
Peraza
Agency Name
OMsion. Soan!. IlsI1icl applicabl e
Board
If fiHng for mu:tiple positions, lisl below rs on an al1advnenl
(MIDDLE)
Denise L
Your Position
Parent Representative

Posilion: ______________ _
2. Jurisdiction of Office (Check ,I 1ta.1 on. boll
OSlale
_____ _ _______ _

3. Type of Statement (Check ,I least on. Qox)
.l!'!:1 An"".I: The period covered is JanuaJ)' 1. 2011. through
Oacember 31. 2011 .
'ur-
The period eo,ered ;s _ _ __ lhr""9h
December 31. 2011.
Assuming Office: Dale assumed
o Judge or Court Commissioner (Statewida Jurisdiction)
____________________ ___
0iIl .. Portion of LA Counly (LAUSO)
o lU\ling Offic.: Data leII __ _
(Cliock ""8)
o The period """,ad is January 1. 2011. the clatl! d
leaWlg office.
o The period """"ed is _____ Ihrough
the da:a of leaving otIice.
o Candldate: Eleclion Ye" ___ _ _
Ofice sooghl. if than Part 1: ______________ __
4. Schedule Summary
Check Ichtdules 04' "None ...
Total number of pages Including this cover pag.: _...:: 2 __
o Schedule Al . /nveslmenis - ocheduJe attached [g1 Schedule C . Inr::ome, LoanS', , Busln's& F'osi!icm - schedule attached
o Sch,dule A-2 - -_Ie attached
o Schedule D - Incomo - Gill. - schedule attached
o Schedule B - Real PropeJIy - attadled o Schtdule E - Incomo - GIfIa - Tlllvel Poyrnent& - schedule attidled
-or-
None - No repod8b/a inttreSts on Nly tchedlte
5. Verification
loWUNG ADDRESS STREET
PIMc 0cIarMrnQ
17000 Haynes Street
0A'r1l.wE TafPHOItE HUMBER
( 818 ) 486-2631
CITY S1).TE ZIP ecoc:
Van Nuys CA 91406
I .... 4.lJLAIlORESS (OPTIONAL)
I hCNe used an re.asooable di!igence in preparing this statement I have reviewed IUs statement and to Ihe best 01 my kncwIedge the infClmla'.ion contained
herein and In any .ttadled schedules is trUe and complete. I acI<nowIedge this is poblic d_l
I CQrtlly under penalty of petjury under the I,ws 01 the State of California tl)at the foregoll'lg 15 true and correct
Dal. Slgnld ___ --"'M:.:;a;orch;;-:;2;;9-;;,. :;; 20;:-':.:2'--___
-..,.,..,
Slgnlwr.
FPPC Form 700 (201112012)
FPPC TQU.Free Helpline: BB6I275-3m WWW.tppc.C8.g0V
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SCHEDULE C
Positions
CALIFORNIA FORM 700
fAIR PQll; IC"l.. CO.I
Name
Denise Peraza
,.. 1 INCOi.1E RGCt.IVl D 1 INcor.;: RECEIVD
NAME OF SOURCE OF INCOME
Bush Gottlieb Singer Lopez Kohanski Adelslein et al
ADDRESS (8u.s1nflu Aci1ntss AtxaptebJej
500 N. Central Avenue #800
BUSINESS ACTMTV, IF ANY', OF
Law Firm
YOUR BUSINESS POsmON
Employee - Administrator
GROSS INCOME RECEIVEO
o $500 - $1,000 0 $1 ,001 . $10,000
$10,001 - $100.000 0 OVER $100,000
CONSIDERATION FOR 'NHICH INCOME ,"""S RECEIVED
[)5l Salary 0 Spouse's or regi5tafed domatic hcome
o Loan rwpayment 0 Partnership
o Sal. '" -------:=====-.-.,-----
(RNI pmpetty. Cotr. t.o.I. a1cJ
o Commission or 0 Rental Ineoma, /ill HdJ SOCIJQ! 01110,000 01' mM
0
011
.. ' _______ ---:== ______ _
- ,
.. Z OR OUT!) TANDINC DURI NG THE REPORTlW .> PERIOD
NAME OF SOURCE OF INCOME
BUSINESS ACTMTV, IF ANV, OF SOURCE
YOUR BUSINESS POSITION
o $500 - ".000
o $1 ,001 - ."0,000
o $10,001 - $100,000 o OVER $100,000
CONSIDERATION FOR lNHlCH INCOME 'WAS RECEIVED
o sa\ary 0 Spouse's or l'IIgist:ared domestic partnen income
o loen tepllymetlt
o Sale'" -----======-- __
(R;uI car. 0061, :.)
o Commission or 0 Ranta! Income, ,. HClllOIMQI oI'fQ,OOO or_
______ ______
'''"'''''''
You are not required to report loans from commercial lending or any indebtedness created as part of a
retail installment or credit card transaction, made in the lender's regular course of business on terms available to
members of the public without regard to your official status. PelSonal loans and loans receil/ed not in a lender's
regular course 01 business must be disclosed as foll ows:
NAME Of LENDER
ADORESS (Bu1if/fW Addtwu Act;;:epgble)
BUSINESS AClMTY. IF ANY. OF LENDER
HIGHEST BAlANC! DURING REPORTING PEAJOO
o $500 - 51,000
0$1,001 - $10,000
o $10,001 - 5100,000
o OVER ' 100,000
Comments:
INTEREST RATE
__ --'" ONo""
SCURlTV FOR LOAN
o None D Personall'Hidenc.e
OR p""",,,,, -------;:==0=------

____ __

_,
FPPC Fonn 700 (201112012) Sch. C
FPPC ToUFree Helpl ine: 8661275-3m YMWJppc,ca.gov

CALIFORNIA FORM 700
POLlI,C:'L i'RACT.C(5 COI.",II5.$IOrj
A PUBLIC DOCUMENT
STATEMENT OF ECONOMI C INTERESTS
COVER PAGE
" '<: . I ' . ;,'
Plosu type or print In inl<.
frlAM'f OF FilER
OMsion, Board, De rtmenl District. d applicable
II> U Jot muJliple positions, li.st below Of 00 an allachmoo.l.
Agency: ______________ ___ _
2. Jurisdiction of Office (ChICk at I ... , M. box)
o Slate
o Multf.Cconty ___ ________ _ ___
oCitycf _ _ _ _______ ___ _
3. Type of Statement (Chock at I ... , on. box)
The period covered is January 1, 2011, through
,.-..; oecembet 31. ZOl1 .
or
!fIRST) liIIlDOlE)
Your Positiotl
__________ _____ ___
o Judge ()( Coort Commissiooer (Statewide Jurisdiction)
o County 01 ____ _ ________ _
[gJ Dthe, Portion of LA County (LAUSD)
o Leaving omce; Dale left _ __ _
(Check ooe)
- . The period covered is lhfough
December 31. Z011 .
o The period c:overed is January 1. 2011 . through the date 01
leaYing office.
o Assuming Office: Date assumed _ __ _
o The period covered is _ ___ .lh'ough
the dale 01 leaving office.
o C.ndld.te: EI.cHcn Year _____ _
Office soughl if different than Pari 1; __________ _____ _
4. Schedule Summary
Check .ppliabl. $chedules or ''None.'' .- Tot,1 number of pages Including this cover page:
o Schedule A1 Investments - schedule altached o Schedule C Income, Loans, & Busjness Positions - schedule altached
o Schedul. A2 InveslmfKllS - schedule aUached o Schedule 0 Income - GiNs - schedule attached
o Sohedule B Roal Prapetly - a!lached o Schedule E income - Gills - TrBVel Psymants - allached
or
% None No reportable interests on !fly schedule
5. Verifi cation
ADDRESS STREET OIlY STJ.TE ZIP CODE
(SuJinHs 01 A9rq Address . PYbI;t DccumettIJ
",," \:
OAYTLWE TElEPHONE NUMBER
Q/o
I hiM! used all reasonable dligence in prepamg Ihis statement. I have reviewed Ihis statement and 10 the best 01 my knoWledge the information conlained
herein and in any attached schedules is true and complete. I acknowledge this is a public dOQJtnenL
r certify und.r penalty of under the laws at the Stale of Calilornia that the r
') ..- / ;).,
Date Signed ___ _ -====:;--'-__ _
(I8CtIIIL U.,...,
r-ppc F()(m 700 (201112012)
FPPC TolIFree Helpline: 85612753772 www.fP;IC.ca.gov
CAL " ORNLA c ORM 700
I , r, r I ,(!' (" J 'J' ,
A f'UBUC OOC Uf.1E NT
COVER PAGE
Date Received
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...... "'Fl.Jt
Banbassat
1. Olllce. Agency. or Court
AgMy:f Nne
Matthew
Charter School Division of Los Angeles Unlfled School District
Di-IIsion. Board. Depa_. Dblric:t. t applicable
If Nir9 for multiple posilicno. List below or on an attadlmenl

2. JurisdiGtion of Office (ack ,t IeISl 0fHl
o S1a1.
______________________ __
________________________ _
3. Type of Statement (ack >I.t OM
l1!l Amual: The period ",,",ad is Ja/lJlI)' 1. 2011. through
Dooombor 31. 201t
.....
The period _ is ----1----1 _____ lI\rouvh
DeoomIMlr 31. 201t
o AsSl.Wling 0IIIc0: Dote assumed ----1----1 __ __
YCllr Position
Board Member
lIIIlDlIl
Allan

o Judge or Court Commi&si>ner (_ .IIuisdicIion)
o Coonty d ____________________ _
Il!I 0Iher Portion of LA County (LAUSD)
o l.uWIg om"", Dall loll----1----1 __ _
(Check one)
o The period _ i, Janu.1Y 1. 2O" . 1Ivough Lho dall d
leaving offtat.
o Tho period Cl)V8{ad ----1----1 through
Lho data d leavilg ollico.
o EIoct:on Yw ________ _
01100 sought. dif010llt Ihan Port 1: _____________ _
4. Schedule Summary
Chedt.,-.- __ or "None. '
SdIIIkde A-1 ftweslmenlS - _
A-2 ftweSImenIS - schedule ._
Il!I 8 . !<til $Chodult _
-or
Tol1ll number of pages including this cover page: __ ...:5:......_
Ii!l ScIIoduit C Income. LIJ8IJS. & _ss _ -schedule IlIIchod
o SdIoduit 0 Income - GIlts - schedule .lIIchod
o SdIoduit E _ - GI/ts - TmeJ "")fIr!ftS - sdlldlio .lIIchod
o Non, No!e(XJllal!le _ on eny _
5. Verification
loiAILING ADI:IQS STI&T CITY STATE ZlPCQDE
,......AfM9'A ........ '
11990 San Vicente Blvd #200 Los Angeles CA 90049
OAYTIWE lELPHONE NUW8ER I EtU.a. AD:lAESS (a"OOHAL)
( 310 ) 490-3833 .
FPPC Form 700 (201112012)
FPPC ToU-Frn Helpllnt: 886127wn2 WWW,fpp'-CA,gDV
SCHEDULE A1
Investments
CALIF ORNI A FORM 700
r ,I. I' " I r :,C' - 1,_
Stocks, Bonds, and Other Interests
(OWnershlp Interest is Less Than 10%)
Name
Do not attach brokerage or fimmcisl statements.
... fIWotE OF BUSINESS ENTrrY
Verizon
GENERAL DescRiPTION OF BUSINESS ACTIVITY
Communications Provider
FAIR MARKET VALUE
$2,000 - 110,000
o "00,001 - '1,000.000
W-TURE" OF INVESTWENT
0 "0,001 "00,000
o 0Wr 11,000,000
Il!J s_ 0 Othw------c==----
(o.KribII)
o Partnwahlp 0 IIIC:CfM Rec::.Iwd d ,0 . $411
o Inc::orne R..rwcs d $500 or MOte (1tapot1 01'1 C)
IF APPUCABl.E, UST CATE:
..JQJ ..
ACQIJRED O!SPOSEO
.. No'.ME CF BUSINESS EHlTTY
India Fund
GENERAl DESCRIPTION OF BUSINESS ACTIVITY
Investment Fund In Companies in India
FAIR MARKET VALUE
o ........ $10,000
0 "00.001 -" ,000,000
NATURE OF INV!STMENT
{g] ,,0,001 "00,000
o OWl' " ,000,000
Il!J Skd< 0 0th4< -----;;;::=----

OP ........... o Inc:ome Rec:aI_ of $0 - ""
o Income R.c.tved d $!iDO or Mont (RepoffOil C)
IF APPLICABlE. UST CATE:
.....a..J.....a..J.....1L
ACWREO DISPOSED
NAME a BUSINESS ENTITY
Augusta RIISOUrce Company
GEIoERAL. CESCRIPTION OF BUSINESS ACTMTY
Mining
FAIR WARKET VALUE
o 12.000 - 110,000
01100,0(11 $1 ,000,000
NATURE OF tNESTMENT
110,001 1100,000
o O"r $' ,000,000
Il!J Skd< 0 00w ___ -;;;:=:;-__ _
-,
o PwtMraNp 0 Incot'I'II Rec:aMd aI 10 - $48.
o Income Rect/WCI 01 $500 0( Mo,.. 0/1 SWlMdt C}
IF APPUCMIlE, LIST CATE:
... NA.ME OF BUSINESS ENTTTY
MGM
GENERAl DESCRIPTION OF BUSINESS ACTMTY
Entertainment
FAIR MARKET '/AWE
12.000 ,'0,000
o "00,001 - $',IlOO.OOCI
NATURE OF INVESTlotENT
o $10,001 "oo,OQO
o Ovw $1,000.000
Il!J ...,. 0
01
""'----;;;:=:;----
-,
o PalttwJ;Np 0 Il'ICCInw d so . $4"
o Incomll ReQllv.d Of 1500 or Mote M C)
F APPLI CABlE, UST CATE:
-1...1_1....1L ..iJ..1.J.....1L
ACQUIRED OISPOIED
NAME OF BUStNESS ENTITY
Sketchers
GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF BUSINESS ACTMTY
Shoes and apparel
FAIR WA.RKET \W.l.E
[gI $.2,000 - "0,000
0$100,001 - 11,000,000
NATURE OF INVESTMENT
o ' 10,001 - $100,000
o Ovw $1,000.000
o Stock 0""'" ----;;;:=:;----
-,
o Part_ o If'IIXII'rW ReQ/wcf r;A 10 - $4"
o Il\I::cIrM Of $500 or More (Rapon eo. SchIcUI C)
IF APPlICABLE, UST CATE:
NAME OF BUSINESS ENnTY
ClENERAL OESCRlPllON OF BUSINESS ACTMTY
FAIR MARKET VALUE
0 $2.000 - $' 0,000
0 "00,001 $1,000,000
NATURE OF INVESTMENT
o $'0,001 - "00,000
o 0WIf11.ooo,OOO
0..... OOOW---==--__
- ,
o Pattnetahlp 0 II'ICICImI ReceMd d to - $4'"
o '!lOCI or Moll' /RII;1tJtI 0/1 &:ftIIaAII C}
IF APPUCABLE, UST Oo\TE:
---1---1...1L ---1---1.....1L
ACQLJREO DISPOSED
Commenw: ______________________________________________________________________________ __
FPPC Form 700 (201112012) Sell. "1
FPPC ToU-Free HelplIne: 8e81275-3772 w.wi.tppe.ca.gOY
SCHEDULE A2
Investments, Income, and Assets
of Business EntitieslTrusts
(Ownership Interest is 10% or Greater)
CAlifORNIA FORM 700
, I, f LI,' 01 I I, r
Name
.. , r j r, ' . [ ,'. [In,l . )R 1 .. ,1',1
Name
Arboram Sequoia Advisors, LLC
Addreu (Bu$i".. Nitka ..
ChKkon.
o TN" go to Z SuEn .. Enttv, oompIM the _ thtn go /0 Z
GENERAl.. OESCfUPi1ON OF BUSINESS ACTIVITY
Owns real e,late In Riversi de, CA
FAIR MARKET w.we IF APPUCASLE, LIST DATE:

$2.000 ,10,000
'10,001 . ' 100,000
' 100,001 . ' l.000,ODCI
O'IW $1,000,000
NAT\RE OF 1N'YESTN&lT
ACQUIRED
D Sole PtopItMOtlNp 0 PattneBhlp
Ii!I LLC Interest
01'"
YOUR BUSINESS POSrTlON Member
.. bl.lf.l",''') lld<_'\ OW.llv, l ... ,u" .....
... Jf !til ' . ':Otlt...':,..O H,[ LflTl,Y "U':.T'
010 . $4"
o 1500 $1,000
18] 11.001 . '10,000
o $10,001 - ' 100.000
o 0"'"' $100,000
.. ) II . E cr [.C11 "L">ORT/,t.[ (,ll 'I Fc_.:r
, ,
None
.. 4 1,Vt.:,lr'l ',1-> 'H H. U l'::'S irJ fH:/,l I'RO,..th:I, HLLD r,,_
Ul:':>lr.t:.S:' t/.TlTv 0" Th:l;ST
REAl PROPERTY
NaN d 8IJIineu Eztit)', I\' IIW'NtI\"llWlt, g(
A.:&MucIn PIICIII Nu.tnbtIr 0( set .. d R .. I PtOPWty
1090,1092 & 1094 Grand Ave, Colton CA 92324
FAIR MARKET VAU..E

' 2,000 "0,000
"0,001 - "IX1,COO
"00,001 " ,000,000
o...r " ,000,000
NATlRE OF INTEREST
PropMy OWnetIhIpIOMd of TNII
IF APPUCABUi, UST DATE:
---'---'..11. ---'---'.Ji.
ACQUIRED DISPOSED
o Stock o PlItrwrship
0""'''----- ---
.. . bl __ ',TIf f C" it.:U.T
CMck ...
o Tru .. go to2
GENERAl OESCRlP'llON OF BUSINESS ACTtvrTY
FAIR MARKET VAlliE IF APPUCA8l.E. UST CATE:

'100,001 . ' 1,000,000
0Wt'1,OOO,OOO
MATURE OF INVESTMENT
---'---'.Ji.
ACQUIRED
0 ........ _ 0 PertnomoI. 0 - - --:;=---
"""
YOUR BUSINESS POSrTKlN
.. I[)(ll> TIll ( ), IllU ',,--II.!f11It. ClUO , .... k_,..
u, T/"i F l'l:O _ 10 t"HII(llhUSOj
SO .....
1500 " ,000
" ,001 - " 0.000
D $10.001 "00,000
DOVER 1100,000
.. } LI'o,Tltl' ,-<',l",_".)
1'.-( ': Qr .c.,:., "
.. . IhfJlr J.d.()I.ft;htc:, ... .... ,-
'(0 -, HJltTl Ck Jl.lIJ,>T
CMcton. bar
o INVES1'>IENT o REAl PROPERTY
Name d BUIlneu Entily. If lrM*rIent. g:
;.....0(. Pare.! NwnbIir or SVMt Addtnl Of RNI Propetty
o-c:ription d BulinMI ActIvity .Q(
C;ty or othw Preci .. \.ocIIIiOfl d RNI Ptoptrty
FAlR MAAKET VALUE

$2,000 ".,000
"0,001 "00,000
"00,001 11,000,000
CNer $1,000,000
NATURE OF INTEREST
o property OVrmMhiplDMd Of Trult
IF APPlICABLE, UST Cl!Te
---'---'.Ji. ---'---'.Ji.
ACQUiReD DISPOSED
o Sioek
o L_hoI. 0 ""'", _______ _
y,., rwulWl;
o CheCk beD: if UiitioNII ldwCuI .. NpXting OJ' tNi prq)My
are8dadlad
Commonb: ____________ _ ______ ___
FPPC Form 700 (201112012) ScI\. 1.-2
FPF'C .... Helpline: 888I2753m .....,Jppc,CI,gov
CALIFORNIA FORM 700
,_ I 'II _ 1'1 ,,- I," ,"1 ,
Name
SCHEDULE B
Interests in Real Property
(Including Rental Income)
r- ..., ., .. .,. .. . ....
... ....SSESSOR'S PAA.Ga NUMBER OR STREET ADDRESS
5048 Noeline Ave
CITY
Encino CA 91436
FAIR MARKET VALUE IF APPL/CABl.E, UST DATE:
0".'" -..
...l.J_1QL11.
__ 1-...1..11..
o 110,001 "00,000
o '100,001 " ,000,000
ACQUIRED DISPOSED
I&l 0...., " ,000,000
NATURe OF tNTREST
1&1 OWnnhlp'DMd of Tru. OE_
D
.......,
0

"""
IF RENTAL PROPERTY, GROSS INCOME RECEIVED
0 '0 . $041" 0 $500 $1,000 0 $1.001 $10,000
o $10,001 $100,000 0 OVER "00,000
SOURCES OF RENTAL INCOME.: If you own 10% or greater
Interest, list the name of.,ch tenant that II slngt_ source of
income of $10,000 or more
CITY
FAIR MARKET VAlUE
o 12,000 - "0,000
o "0,001 - "00,000
o ' 100,001 " ,000,000
00...11 ........
NATURE OF INlEREST
o OMIwsl'\LPDMd ot TIUIl
IF APPUCABlE. LIST CATE:
D-
O Loa_hold -,,--,-,-- 0 ---:----_
YI'L rwr..IiiWIg ow.
IF RENTAl PROPERTY, GROSS INCOME RscervEO
0$0-.... 0 $5" - " .'" 0 11.001 - 11 . 000
o 110,001 - ,'00,000 0 OVER 1100.000
SOURCES OF RENTAl INCOME: If you own I 10% or
Inerest. list the name of each tenant that is lingle aou:e of
income of $10,000 C1 more,
You are not required to report loans from commercial lending institutions mad. in the lender's regular course of
business on tenns available to members of tho public without regard to your official status. Personal loans and
loans received not in a lender's regular course of business must be disclosed as follows:
NAME OF lENDER'"
MotLife Bank, NA
ADORESS Addr.u Ac:c;eplllboll)
MetLiI. Bank, NA P.O. Box 1950 Morristown, NJ
BU$NESS ACTMTY. IF f(, OF LENDER
INTEREST RATE
::,4.::. 2",5 __ " 0 ....
TERM
360
HIGHEST BALANCE. Dl.RING REPORTING PERIOD
o SSOO 11,000 0 $' ,001 "0,000
o $10,Ql1 "00,000 OVER "00,000
o GumnIc< . ..... _
NAME OF lENOER'"
BUSINESS "'CTMTY, IF AH'f, OF lENDER
tNTEREST RATE
___ " ON""
HIGHEST BALANCE DURING REPORTING PERlOO
o 1$00 - $1,000 o 11,001 - 110,000
o 110,001 1100,000 o OVER 1100,000
o Gu.tWItOt, II IIP!)Iic:&bIrI
Commem.: _______________________________ ______ _
FP!'C Form 700 (201112012) Sdl. B
FPPC Toll-Free Helpline: ae61215-3m www.fppc.c:a.gov
._----------- ----- ---
SCHEDULE C
Positions
CAL1FORNIA 700
I" l' ! (
Name
.. .. 11'",ur,tPl\_' . 'U
NAME OF OF INCOWE
Regent Propertle.
AOORESS Ada,....
11990 San Vicente Blvd #200, Los Angeles CA
BUSINESS ACTIVITY. IF mt, OF S<XJRCE
Real Estate Development
Sanlor Vice President
GROSS INCOMe RecelV!C
o S$co 1' ,000
o $10.001 $100,000
o '1,001 - ' 10,000
IBl OVER ,100,000
CONSIDERATION FOR WHICH INCOME Y-"S RECEIVED
!&I s.Iay 0 SpoIlN'. Of rogilteted domutlc pertnds Inc::orne
o lAon_mont o I'artroo<1hIp
0 .... "-----;=====:;------- (RMI WI; bNt, .e:.)
o Cornrriuion 0( 0 Rentllllnc::ome. lit HCA a::uw 0I"0,ooo(Jl'''-'

-,
NAME OF SOUA;CE OF INCOME
BUSINESS ACTMTV, IF AH'f. Of SOURCE
YOUR BUSINESS POSmON
GROSS INCOWe RECEll/ED
o $500. $1,000 0 " ,001 ,iD,oeD
0$10,001 - $100,000 0 OVER $100,000
CONSIDERATION FOR WiICH INCOaolE WAS RECBVEO
o SUIY 0 SpoI.IM'I Of r.g!lIet'1d cIomedIc InarnII
o .... n _ 0 P"'""""'p
0 .... " ------;;;;=====----
(,R;NI ptOpetfJ c:w; kIC.. IlcJ
0"' ..... -------==;------
-
You are not required to report loans from commercial landing instnution., or any Indebtedne created as part of.
retail installment or credit card transaction, made in the lender's regular course of business on terms available to
members of the public without regard to your official status. Personal loans and loans recelved not In a lender's
regular course of business must be disclosed as follows:

Metlife Bank, NA
AOORESS (BUalMu ACIdtNs Ar:cepUth)
MatUla Bank, NA P.O. Box 1950 Morristown, NJ
BUSINESS ACTMTY, IF AN'f, OF LENDER
HIGHEST BAlANce DURING REPORTV'IIG PERIOD
o S5QO " ,000
0$1,001 "0,000
o $10,001 "00,000
f&J OVER 1100,000
INTEREST AATE
_4"'.2:::5:.......:"
ON ....
SECURITY FOR L.OAN
o None
0 ... p_tly-----===;-___ _
- --

o 0Ih.' _______ ==::--_____ _
- ,
Commonw: ______________________________________________________________________ __
FPPC Fonn 700 (2011)2012) SdI. C
FPPC TaU-Free Helpline: M&l'275--3n2 www.fppc.ca.gO.ll
Date ReceIVed
CALIFORNIA >ORM 700
!"", ... )",,'4l",L"(. \, .If',
A PUBLIC oncur.'It NT
COVER PAGE
u .. ()' '';
IUMOf BU
Darry
A90ncy Nome
Birmingham Communily Charter High School
Oivision. Boatd. Oistrict, l
Board 01 DJreetOf$
II filing lot mullipll flQIitions. lisl beIIlw Of <>1 8/1 ItIId\ment
Richard
yOU( PDSition
Director
IlIIIIIlU)
Julius
A9ency: --------------
Position: ____________ _
2. Jurisdiction of OffICe (CIrk II lust _ bot)
Os,...
___________ __
o Judge Of Court CommisIione< (Sillewide Jurisdiction)

IlIhIr Portion 01 LA Coun!)' (LAUSD) o CiIy 01 ____________ _
3. Type of Slitement fChk .INst _ bot)
Ii!) AmuaI: Tho period a>Vtreel is J8/iuary I. 2011 . """"lh
0,,"_ 31. lOll.
o lo.vIng Otfice: Oal. Left ---1---1'---__ _
(ChrId. enoi
o Tho period _ is January I. 2011, lIv""lh !he dall
Ie.w,g office.
o Assuming 0If1CO: Oafll assumed ---1---1, ___ __
o Tho ptriod """,eel Is ---1---1' ___ lIv""lh
!he dale IeaYir9 office.
o C&ndidate: Eledion Yilt ________ _
Offiat ""'lhl. W difarlnl Part I: ______________ _
4. Schedule Summary
CJwcIt IIP(JIIu/* _1<5 or -NoM.
o SchtduIt A-I - _ - _Ie allachod
o SchtduIe A-2 - In..-. - _10 allachod
o Sc:htd<Jit 8 - /lui Propetty - _ aIIachod
-or-
Total numlt of PlfJ8s including this cover page:
!II SchtduIt c - Income. La.w. & BusIness _ - schedu,. .ttad1ed
.SchtduIe 0 - _ - GIl! - _ aIIachod
o SchtduIt E - Incane - GIl! - T,.", I'IJII'IfiS - _ .ttad1ed
O None - interest> on.", _
5. Verification
STREET
en" SlATE lJPea>E
{&4Owu AgIrq Adhu 'ltcD ...., . Pt.o 0urwtJ
17000 Hayn Streot Lake Balboa Co 91406
DArt .. mHHONE IrIJt.IBER I ACMESS (OP1'IOfrW.)
( 818 ) 7585200 _
I hi" usocf II ..-digonco in proplring IM._ I haw _ tho ._t and 10 Ihe boot "'I knowledge !he inlotmalion contained
_ and in ony Illacheel scheelules is trul and _plele. I actnowledge th. 0 pubic doastnonL
I cef1ify IIIdor f*\IIt)' III perjury uncle< Iho lows 01 tho Stotl of that thl Ioregoing i5 true and CD<rtCt.
DIll Signod ___ -'O;::312=':;61:::2=OI';i2'-__ _
-..,,..,
FPPC Form 700 (201112012)
FPPC ToU--Free Helpline: 866127,5.3772 WWIIt.fppe.a.oov
SCHEDULE C
Positions
CALlI-OHMA fOHM 700
t r "(' I I 'fd I ... " .. P " ,. , u.
Nam.
Richard Darry
I (N(or,' [ I IN,-UM' nlCElVlO
NAME OF SOUItCE OF INCOME
Patricia Thompson
AOOftUS Adchu
21000 Oxnard 5t. #270, Woodland Hills, Ca. 91367
auslNESS ACTMTY. If ANY. OF SOURCE
Banker
Sr. Vice Prasident
0$500 . $1,000 0 $1 ,001 "0,000
o 110,001 .. 1100,000 OVER 1100,000
CONSIDERATION FOR 'MilCH INCOME ""'" RECEIVEO
o SUIy jgj SpoYM'. or tegill.-.d pitlttW'l Incotnt
OL ... , __ OplMonhlp
Os ... '" ____ --;;;:=====:-;-___ _
,1fIHI"..",. ear, but. C,
o COIM'UaiQn Of 0 RtmIIlncOrne '. It:b __ 01 SIO.ooo 0(_
0""'-------==-----
",.--,
l II,AN .... loll ( ()I./ ()lJ,<;rAN{'INI, tlUJ<l N . IHI "-f I uu
NAWE OF SOURCE OF INCO"'e
BUSINESS ACTIVITY, IF AllY. OF SOURCE
GROSS INCOME RECENEO
01500 .. " ,000 0 " ,001 . "0,000
o 110,001 .. 1100,000 0 OVER "00,000
CONSIDeRATION FOrA INCOME \w.s RECEIVED
O'*" 0_ ... __ -_,-
o L ... ___ 0 P"",""",
0 .... "' -----,=====;-----
(IfNI,.....",. w. ....,. __ ,
0""'-------==-----
- ,
.. You are not required to report loans from commerclal lending institutions, or any indebtedness created aa part of a
retail installment or credit card transaction, made in the lender's regular courae of bUlln ... on terms available to
members of the public without regard to your official status. Personal loans and loans received not In a lender's
regular course of buslne .. mUlt be disclosed as follows:
NAME OF LENlER"'
AOORESS (8ullneu
BUSlNESS ACTIVITY, IF ANY, OF LENCER
HIGHEST BALANCE CURING REPORTING PERIOO
o '500 11,000
o n001 110,000
o 110,001 ' 100,000
DOVER 1 100,000
Comm.nta:
---'" 0 ......
SECURfTY FOR LOAN
DHono Dp ....... ..-
o RooI""'_--------.===-___ _
__ u
00-.....------____ _
0"'-----------:;==-------
,o.ariIotJ
FPPC Fonn 700 (2011>2012) Sch. C
FPPC TolI-F,aa Helpl".: /l86I27:';3n2 www.fppc.CI.gcw

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