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The board approved updated Board Policy 5131.8 per AB 272, establishing minimum district-wide restrictions on student use of mobile communication devices during instructional time. The key amendment adds language allowing individual school sites to implement more restrictive policies (such as bell-to-bell bans or phone pouches) beyond the baseline. Trustee Gallegos advocated for reducing student access to personal phones entirely, noting IT department suggestions that district tools could substitute for instructional phone use. The item was brought back due to an administrative error at the prior meeting where the actual policy text was not attached.
Jefferson Union High School District
School Safety PlansGoverning Board32d agoFebruary 10, 2026
Comprehensive School Safety Plans
All five school sites' comprehensive safety plans were presented for approval, required by March 1 deadline. The plans align with San Mateo County Office of Education Big Five emergency response protocols and were reviewed at public school site council meetings with law enforcement present. A procedural issue arose when staff realized the item was listed as discussion rather than action; the board amended the agenda on the spot to move it to an action item, then voted to approve. The board had previously reviewed internal/confidential versions in closed session.
Jefferson Union High School District
LCAPGoverning Board32d agoFebruary 10, 2026
LCAP Mid-Year Update 2025-26
Ms. Baca presented the statutorily required mid-year LCAP update covering seven district goals. The district has budgeted $3.4M in LCFF supplemental funds ($2.7M spent by mid-year) for wellness staffing ($1.2M), instructional coaching, English Language Development, and basic needs for unduplicated students (39% of enrollment). Key developments include: the Equity Design Team growing from 5 to 9 members via the National Equity Project; expansion of co-teaching to 22 teams district-wide; A-to-G completion rising to 57.5% toward a 60% goal; the Bridge program for newcomer students closing due to declining enrollment from immigration pattern changes; and the ParentSquare communication platform rollout achieving 95% email reach. Board members flagged persistent achievement gaps for Hispanic/Latino students across multiple metrics and asked about budget sufficiency for the remaining year.
Two public commenters urged the board to name the new Terra Nova sports facility/baseball field after Horace Henshaw, a longtime Pacifica sports figure. Mike Mooney (Terra Nova 1978 graduate) presented community support including 160 Facebook comments and argued Henshaw's contributions since 1969 met the district's naming criteria. Amber Friedler (AYSO 157 board member) called Henshaw a champion of youth athletics for over five decades. The superintendent had previously communicated that the district declined the proposal based on broader facility naming practices.
President Walker reported that the Educational Housing Corporation building is 100% occupied with a waitlist of over 50 staff members, signaling strong demand for staff housing within the district.
Jefferson Union High School District
TEDxGoverning Board32d agoFebruary 10, 2026
TEDx at Westmore High School
Multiple board members attended and spoke highly of the TEDx event organized by the student-led TEDx Club at Westmore High School with faculty advisor Ms. White. The event featured two adult speakers and four student speakers, with board member Andy Lie among the adults. Superintendent Presta participated last year and described the students' supportive coaching process. Board members expressed hope the program will grow.
The Terra Nova student trustee reported that students participated in a peaceful, organized ICE walkout on January 30th. The AFT Local 1481 representative noted students from Jefferson, Thornton, Westmore, and Pacifica CEDA participated, and praised adults who ensured student safety during the protests.
Jefferson Union High School District
Terra Nova High SchoolGoverning Board32d agoFebruary 10, 2026
Fall 2025 Football Championship Recognition
Terra Nova varsity football won the PAL El Camino Division Championship under Coach Nick Lahti (named PAL Coach of the Year, 13 years coaching), who highlighted nearly all players making grades. Jefferson varsity football won the PAL Lake Division Championship under Coach Amani Stewart, making the playoffs for the first time in approximately 15 years and finishing undefeated in division play.
Jefferson Union High School District
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