Special Notice / Hearing: None__
Vote Required: Majority
To: Honorable Board of Supervisors
From: Claire Cunningham, Director, Human Services Agency
Subject: Measure K: Agreements with Agencies Partnering with The Big Lift to Support Preschool and Transitional Kindergarten Through Third-Grade (TK-3) Students
RECOMMENDATION:
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Measure K: Adopt a resolution authorizing:
The President of the Board of Supervisors to execute four (4) agreements for the purpose of operating The Big Lift early learning initiative to increase kindergarten readiness, and grow third-grade reading proficiency in San Mateo County for the term of July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2027 with the following providers:
A) City of South San Francisco in an amount not to exceed $120,000; and
B) Coastside Children's Programs in an amount not to exceed $123,881; and
C) Izzi Early Education in an amount not to exceed $331,000; and
D) Peninsula Family Service in an amount not to exceed $201,400.
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BACKGROUND:
The Big Lift is a collective impact initiative led by the County of San Mateo Human Services Agency, the San Mateo County Office of Education, and San Mateo County Libraries. Third-grade reading proficiency is a critical milestone linked to long-term academic achievement, economic mobility, and overall life outcomes. However, several school districts within San Mateo County have third-grade reading proficiency rates below both the County and state averages.
In 2023, The Big Lift underwent a comprehensive strategic planning process to maximize impact and ensure the efficient use of resources. A key outcome of this process was the prioritization of partnerships with San Mateo County school districts and preschool networks where third-grade reading proficiency rates lag behind the County average, aligning with The Big Lift's mission to close literacy gaps and improve outcomes for children facing the greatest barriers to success.
On March 17, 2025, this Board appro...
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