Siskiyou Union High School District 9-10, 11-12 configuration study. Mount Shasta High School and Weed High School

1. Siskiyou Union High School District School Configuration Study 9-10 * 11-12

2. Outcomes Develop a base understanding of our current and future enrollment and economic conditions. Seek an answer to the question: Would a 9-10 and 11-12 configuration of our high school programs and services better serve the students in our communities? Develop a framework and process for the communities to work together to meet the needs of our students. Gather input. Identify other ideas and potential concepts.

3. Agenda Presentation of the Study Answer questions as we go Response and input about the study Include other ideas Questions and next steps Including how we will make a decision

4. Roles and Responsibilities Listen Generate questions Treat everyone with respect We will document what is said and the ideas that are generated

5. Presentation Outline Financial and Structural Fiscal ramifications Facility needs Program potential Are there compelling reasons for this change Pros and Cons What are the pros and cons of this change Next Steps

6. Budget The current economic crisis is forcing school districts to take a critical look at all financial aspects of operations and programs. The current cut to the SUHSD budget is $1,200 per ADA annually. We have reduced expenditures while trying to maintain the quality and quantity of programs our students and communities expect of our high schools.

7. Budget Chart

8. Enrollment Not only is SUHSD faced with a declining budget because of the economy, we are facing a decline in enrollment. The current and future decline in enrollment compounds the deteriorating financial condition the poor economy has created. As our schools get smaller, program offerings become more limited.

9. Enrollment History

10. Staffing

11. Projected Enrollment Chart 1A

12. Projected Enrollment and StaffingChart 2A

13. Focus Question Would a 9-10 and 11-12 configuration of our high school programs and services better serve the students in our communities?

14. 9-10 11-12 ConfigurationEnrollment Projections Chart 3A

15. 9-10 11-12 Configuration Revenue Projections Chart 4A

16. 9-10 11-12 Configuration Revenue Projections Chart 5A

17. 9-10 11-12 Configuration Revenue Projections Chart 6A

18. 9-10 11-12 Configuration Revenue Projections Chart 7A

19. 9-10 11-12 Configuration Revenue Projections - Comparison

20. Additional Budget Considerations Transportation Athletics Facilities

21. Transportation Home to school transportation costs would increase. The following increases represent additional home to school bus runs as well as additional runs to transport students home after athletic practices.

22. Transportation Costs Chart 9A

23. Athletics Athletic costs would decrease. The following charts represent decreases in number of coaching staff and the miles transported to athletic contests.

24. Athletic Costs Chart 10A

25. Sac Valley League (potential placement) Durham (355) Live Oak (540) Pierce (341) Trinity (424) Willows (511)

26. Facility Needs To accommodate the 9-10 11-12 configuration, we would need to address the following facility needs:

27. Financial and Structural Summary Projections indicate a potential loss of general revenue Other revenue sources remain the same Transportation potential additional costs totaling $74,500 Athletics budget savings of $21,270 Potential new facility needs totaling $775,000

28. Program Potential A 9-10 11-12 configuration may allow us to maintain or increase the current levels of program offerings because: We maintain a school of between 530 and 460 students Focused grade levels Less duplication of program Larger pool of students to draw from for specialized programs

29. Program Focus Although each of the schools would average approximately 240 to 260 students, the programs would be focused on the needs of the 9-10 or 11-12 grade student. This may allow for a greater variety or selection of programs at each of the schools. Each school may be able to maintain rich academic and elective choices for all students

30. Staffing and Program Potential See Staffing and Program Charts 9-10 11-12

31. Program examples for all students: Core academic choices Advanced or AP program choices Academic support classes Career and Technical Education choices Visual and Performing Arts choices Variety of Physical Education options Athletics in all current areas

32. 9-10 Program Examples The 9-10 school could offer a choice of several core academic programs, each with a different theme of focus area. Students would be able to choose which core to be a part of. Introductory Career and Technical Education program that would introduce students to the various vocational programs and options preparing them for future choices at the 11-12 school.

33. 11-12 School Program Examples College and Career Pathways that allow a student to learn and gain skills around a chosen career or interest area. Honors Core – A selection of Advanced Placement courses linked with College of the Siskiyous courses which provide students with direct college credit and experience.

34. School Climate Focus Each school would be able to focus on the variety of social and educational issues related to the various needs of the particular age level. College and career guidance counseling can be focused on specific areas related to grade level needs.

35. Pros and Cons Pros All programs available for all students Sustainability of current level of program offerings as enrollment declines in the future Larger pool of students to draw from for specialized programs and athletics Focused curriculum and social needs for the grade levels Opportunity to develop relevant and focused curriculum choices for students Keeps a high school program in each community Pulls the limited resources from each of the communities together to focus on the needs of all students Potential for the development of new traditions based on the rich history of both communities

36. Pros and Cons Cons Potential loss of base revenue Increased transportation costs Transportation of students out of their home community Less opportunity to participate in some sports Loss of autonomy or identity between communities Change of traditions established at each school community

37. Questions to Answer Necessary Small School Status Are there compelling reasons to support this concept Which site for 9-10 and 11-12 Facility Needs Athletic League Names, colors, mascots

38. Next Steps Gather input Answer questions District Advisory Meeting January 20th 3:30 at Weed High School Next Board Meeting January 12th 4:30 at McCloud High School Set up meetings with students Set up meetings with staff

39. Is there another way? How else can we sustain our schools and programs for our students?