Governing Board

Board Takes Up Six Closed-Session Items Including Lawsuit, Liability Claim, and Superintendent Review

The board listed six closed-session matters covering labor negotiations, employee discipline, two litigation matters, a liability claim, and the superintendent's performance evaluation.

Why it matters: Multiple legal and personnel items signal active district exposure to litigation and ongoing labor and leadership decisions that could affect district operations and finances.

Board Opens March 11 Meeting With Four Trustees, Lawrence Arriving Late

The Governing Board opened its March 11, 2026 regular meeting with four of five trustees present; Trustee Lawrence joined shortly after.

Student Advisory Committee: School Climate and Facilities

Students reported on strengths and challenges across high schools, including engagement, bathroom policy limits, infrastructure issues like water quality and rats, and the need for rallies and school spirit.

Budget Update and COLA Changes

CBO presented the Governor's budget proposal, noting reduced COLA projections, one-time block grants for student support and PD, continued investments, and Prop 98 settle-up implications.

Black and African American History Month

Board adopted a resolution recognizing February as Black and African American History Month. Trustee Nzewi encouraged deeper, culturally affirming instruction and highlighted Black Children's Book Week.

Career and Technical Education (CTE) Recognition

Board adopted a resolution recognizing February as CTE Month and highlighted life-changing impacts of EMT and dental assistant programs.

Adult Education: Program Impact and Instructor Compensation

Adult Education students and instructors praised the transformative impact of EMT and dental programs and urged the district to address pay and retention challenges.

Employee complaint appeal (Policy 1312.1)

Closed session item to consider hearing an appeal of a decision in a complaint against an employee per Policy 1312.1.