Review Agenda Item
Meeting Date: 6/16/2021 - 3:30 PM
Category: Consent Calendar
Type: Action
Subject: 11.10 CURRICULUM: Agreement With Bloom Software, Incorporated DBA Thrively To Provide An Online System Of Social And Emotional Support For Students (funded through Title IV Funds in the amount of $62,000.00, not the General Fund)
Strategic Plan:
Enclosure
File Attachment:
Bloom Software 21-22 PUHSD.pdf
Summary: The District would like to enter into an Agreement with Bloom Software, Inc. DBA Thrively (“Thrively”) to provide a full complement of assessments to support the growth of every student with rich knowledge around each student’s strengths learning style, and habits of mind. In addition, Thrively will provide each student with a digital portfolio and access to Social Emotional Learning Lessons in the area of the five CASEL Competencies.  The lessons will address self-awareness, self-management, social awareness, relationship management, and responsible decision-making.

This Agreement includes eight (8) hours of professional development, training, and coaches to help educators learn the use of the platform and train them to assist students in accessing support.  

The term of this Agreement shall be from August 1, 2021, through June 30, 2022, in the amount of $62,000 for student access and professional learning support.
Funding: The cost for this item will be included in the 2021-22 operating budget funded through Title IV Funds, not the General Fund.
Recommendation: It is recommended that the Board of Trustees approve the Agreement with Bloom Software, Incorporated DBA Thrively to provide an online system of social and emotional support for students.
Approvals:
Recommended By:
Signed By:
Dr. Pauline Garcia - Director of Pupil Services
Signed By:
Robert Brough - Assistant Superintendent of Educational Services
Signed By:
Dawn Bray - Director - Purchasing
Signed By:
Candace Reines - Deputy Superintendent
Signed By:
Grant Bennett - Superintendent
Vote Results:

Original Motion
Member Dr. Randall Freeman Moved, Member David Nelissen seconded to approve the Original motion 'It is recommended that the Board of Trustees approve the Agreement with Bloom Software, Incorporated DBA Thrively to provide an online system of social and emotional support for students.'. Upon a Roll-Call Vote being taken, the vote was: Aye: 5 Nay: 0.
The motion Carried 5 - 0
   
Elizabeth Vallejo     Yes
Anthony T. Stafford, Sr.     Yes
Dr. Randall Freeman     Yes
Dr. Jose Luis Araux     Yes
David Nelissen     Yes