Locunity/Brentwood Union School District, CA·School Board
The elected Governing Board of the Brentwood Union School District, a public TK–8 district in Contra Costa County, California, responsible for setting policy, approving the budget, and overseeing district administration.
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Recent updates from Governing Board
Trustees approved a new Title I clerical aide job description, paid at the clerical aide rate, that schools may use but are not required to fill.
Why it matters: A distinct classification protects Title I schools in federal program monitoring audits and keeps layoffs tied to categorical funding rather than bumping other clerks.
Trustees approved two returning members and one new applicant to the Citizens' Oversight Committee required for the 2016 Proposition 39 bond.
Why it matters: The committee is a legal requirement of the bond and the appointments match the number of open seats under the bylaws.
Trustees approved an employment agreement for retired superintendent Marie Morgan and authorized a request for proposals for a superintendent executive search firm, both 4-0.
Why it matters: The current superintendent leaves at the end of December, so these actions set up leadership continuity and the timeline for choosing a permanent successor.
Trustees approved the annual Proposition 28 report for 2026-27, which funds elementary theater arts at every school and a middle school orchestra program.
Why it matters: The state is increasing scrutiny of districts not spending arts money; the superintendent said Brentwood implemented the program from the start.
Staff proposed spending the state's one-time discretionary block grant on math curriculum, teacher laptops, vehicles and equipment, matching one-time money to one-time needs.
Why it matters: Using one-time funds for permanent costs would create a structural deficit, so the plan separates one-time expenses from items needing an exit strategy.
The superintendent's report celebrated student activities, a county Teacher of the Year, and a middle school CPR program, while a public speaker thanked the district for 50 years of support.
Why it matters: Shows district priorities and community partnerships, including a goal of CPR certification for every middle schooler.
Resolution 26-25 authorizes listed credentialed teachers to teach specific subjects, electives and local assignments outside their primary credential for 2026-27.
Why it matters: Keeps district assignments compliant with Ed Code credentialing requirements.
Staff set a 95.5% attendance goal and 12% chronic absenteeism target while reporting enrollment down 339 students from last year's end, with some recent growth.
Why it matters: State funding follows enrollment and attendance, with about $2 million less revenue projected at current enrollment.
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