San Bernardino City Unified School District public meetings in 2022
29 substantive meetings from 2022, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Special Meeting of the San Bernardino City Unified School District Board of Education
This special meeting of the San Bernardino City Unified School District Board of Education is primarily procedural, with the board convening in closed session to discuss the superintendent search process and review candidates. The meeting also includes opening ceremonies, public comments on closed session items, and adjournment.
- Closed session agenda includes Superintendent Search Process Update and Candidate Review
- Public comments allowed on closed session items
- Adoption of the meeting agenda (action item)
- Next regular meeting scheduled for January 17, 2023
The Board of Education met in closed session to review candidates and receive an update on the superintendent search process. No substantive public actions were taken other than the adoption of the agenda and adjournment.
- Approved adoption of the agenda (6-0)
- Approved meeting adjournment (6-0)
Regular Meeting of the San Bernardino City Unified School District Board of Education
The Board adopted its agenda and recognized outgoing members Dr. Barbara Flores and Dr. Gwen Dowdy‑Rodgers. It elected Scott Wyatt as Board President and Danny Tillman as Vice President for the coming year. The Board appointed Katrin Balintag as interim Secretary and Karen Cunningham as Assistant Secretary, and approved all board member appointments to district sub‑committees. The meeting also included the annual consideration and adoption of Board policies.
- Adoption of agenda (motion approved)
- Recognition of outgoing Board members Dr. Barbara Flores and Dr. Gwen Dowdy‑Rodgers
- Election of Scott Wyatt as Board President and Danny Tillman as Vice President
- Appointment of Katrin Balintag as interim Board Secretary and Karen Cunningham as Assistant Secretary
- Approval of Board member appointments to various district sub‑committees
The Board of Education conducted its annual organizational meeting, electing Scott Wyatt as President and Danny Tillman as Vice President. The Board also approved the adoption of all current Board policies and appointed representatives to various district sub-committees.
- Elected Scott Wyatt as Board President (6-0)
- Elected Danny Tillman as Board Vice President (5-1)
- Appointed Katrin Balintag as interim Board Secretary and Karen Cunningham as Board Assistant Secretary (6-0)
- Approved adoption of all Current Board Policies (6-0)
- Approved resolutions honoring outgoing board members Dr. Gwen Dowdy-Rodgers and Dr. Barbara Flores (6-0)
- Elected Scott Wyatt as President and Danny Tillman as Vice President of the San Bernardino Schools Financing Corporation (6-0)
- Appointed Katrin Balintag as interim Secretary/Treasurer and Karen Cunningham as Assistant Secretary of the San Bernardino Schools Financing Corporation (6-0)
Regular Meeting of the San Bernardino City Unified School District Board of Education
The board will hold a workshop with search firm McPherson & Jacobson to discuss criteria for selecting the next superintendent. They will also recognize students and staff, approve a resolution for National Special Education Day, and act on closed session items including personnel appointments and two settlement agreements totaling $140,000.
- Superintendent search criteria workshop with McPherson & Jacobson LLC
- Resolution recognizing December 2 as National Special Education Day
- Approval of settlement agreement Claim No. 572798 for $115,000
- Approval of settlement agreement Claim No. 3031359 for $25,000
- Personnel appointments: Coordinator of Multilingual Programs, Principal at Urbita Elementary, Vice Principal at Arroyo Valley High
The Board of Education agreed to a six-point criteria list for the new superintendent and maintained the original search timeline. The Board also approved several personnel appointments and legal settlement agreements following a closed session.
- Established 6 criteria for superintendent search, including cabinet-level experience
- Approved agenda (6-0)
- Approved resolution recognizing National Special Education Day (6-0)
- Approved Coordinator, Multilingual Programs K-12 (5-0)
- Approved Urbita Elementary School Principal (5-0)
- Approved Arroyo Valley High School Vice Principal (5-0)
- Approved Settlement Agreement Claim No. 572798 (5-0)
- Approved Settlement Agreement Claim No. 3031359 (5-0)
Regular Meeting of the San Bernardino City Unified School District Board of Education
The board will consider resolutions recognizing Veterans Day and American Education Week, and will honor Richardson PREP Hi Middle School for its National Blue Ribbon School designation. The agenda also includes recognitions for PBIS award-winning schools and Equality California's Safe and Supportive Schools Index. Closed session items involve anticipated and existing litigation, and labor negotiations with employee organizations.
- Resolution recognizing November 11, 2022 as Veterans Day
- Resolution recognizing November 13-19 as American Education Week, including National Education Support Professionals Day and Substitute Educators Day
- Recognition of Richardson PREP Hi Middle School as a National Blue Ribbon School
- Recognition of 35 District schools receiving PBIS Coalition awards
- Closed session on litigation cases CIV SB-2206446 and CIV SB-2206445
The Board of Education approved several student expulsions and disciplinary actions following a closed session. The meeting also included the approval of resolutions recognizing Veterans Day and American Education Week.
- Approved agenda as presented/amended (6-0)
- Approved resolution recognizing November 11, 2022, as Veterans Day (5-0)
- Approved resolution recognizing American Education Week, National Education Support Professionals Day, and Substitute Educators Day (5-0)
- Approved expulsion of student(s) (5-0)
- Approved students recommended for suspension or expulsion but remanded to Youth Court (5-0)
Regular Meeting of the San Bernardino City Unified School District Board of Education
The San Bernardino City Unified School District Board of Education will receive a briefing from McPherson & Jacobson, LLC on the superintendent search process. The board will also recognize outstanding students, staff, and community partners, and vote on resolutions declaring November as National Diabetes Awareness Month, National Native American Heritage Month, and National School Psychology Week. Public comments and a closed session on personnel appointments and labor negotiations are scheduled.
- Discussion of superintendent search with McPherson & Jacobson, LLC
- Resolution recognizing November as National Diabetes Awareness Month and World Diabetes Day
- Resolution recognizing November as National Native American Heritage Month
- Resolution recognizing November 7–11, 2022 as National School Psychology Week
- Outstanding Achievement Awards for Santa Claus, Inc. and students/staff from Inghram, Vermont, Paakumá K-8, and Arroyo Valley High School
The Board of Education established the salary range for the upcoming superintendent search and approved several resolutions recognizing national awareness months. The Board also honored community partners and outstanding students, parents, and employees.
- Approved salary range of $340,000 for superintendent search (Consensus)
- Approved resolution recognizing November as National Diabetes Awareness Month and World Diabetes Day (5-0)
- Approved resolution recognizing November as National Native American Heritage Month (6-0)
- Approved resolution recognizing National School Psychology Week from Nov 7-11, 2022 (6-0)
- Approved agenda as amended (4-1)
Special Board Meeting of the San Bernardino City Unified School District Board of Education - Budget Workshop
The San Bernardino City Unified School District Board of Education held a special budget workshop on October 11, 2022. Associate Superintendent Harold Sullins presented information on one-time funding expenditures, current budgeted priorities, and unallocated resources for board discussion. These workshops provide the board with financial data used to plan future district spending, which directly affects school operations and services. The meeting was informational and did not include final budget approvals or policy votes.
- Budget workshop presentation on one-time funding expenditures and unallocated resources
- Review of current budgeted priorities by Associate Superintendent Harold Sullins
- Public comment period limited to 5 minutes per speaker on budget items
- Next regular board meeting scheduled for October 18, 2022, at 5:30 p.m.
- Agenda and adjournment motions approved by a 5-0 vote
The Board participated in a budget workshop featuring a review of funding received since March 2020 and upcoming 2022-23 funding. Members engaged in a 'spend the dot' activity to identify top priorities. No formal budget approvals or funding allocations were decided during this session.
- Approved the meeting agenda (5-0)
Regular Meeting of the San Bernardino City Unified School District Board of Education
The board will hold a public hearing to consider adopting a memorandum of understanding with the San Bernardino Teachers Association that provides a 7% salary increase effective July 1, 2022, and a 2% off-salary schedule adjustment for FY 22/23. The board will also vote on resolutions recognizing California Week of the School Administrator, Red Ribbon Week, and participation in the Great California ShakeOut earthquake drill.
- Public hearing on SBTA agreement with 7% salary increase and 2% off-salary schedule adjustment
- Resolution recognizing California Week of the School Administrator (Oct 9-15)
- Resolution recognizing Red Ribbon Week (Oct 23-31)
- Resolution to participate in Great California ShakeOut earthquake drill on Oct 20
- Recognition of San Gorgonio High School varsity baseball team for CIF quarterfinals
The Board of Education approved resolutions for the Week of the School Administrator, National Red Ribbon Week, and the Great California ShakeOut earthquake drill. Members also discussed the potential expansion of Middle College High School to reduce its waiting list.
- Approved agenda as amended (6-0)
- Approved resolution declaring October 9-15, 2022, as Week of the School Administrator (6-0)
- Approved resolution proclaiming October 23-31, 2022, as Red Ribbon Week (6-0)
- Approved districtwide participation in The Great California ShakeOut Earthquake Drill on October 20, 2022 (6-0)
Regular Meeting of the San Bernardino City Unified School District Board of Education
The San Bernardino City Unified School District Board of Education will vote on a resolution adopting the sufficiency of TK‑12 textbooks and instructional materials. Earlier agenda items include approval of the agenda, several recognitions (California Clean Air Day, National Bullying Prevention Month, Character Education Month, Filipino American History Month) and an Outstanding Achievement Awards presentation. Public comments are scheduled before the board moves to a closed session.
- Approve agenda as presented (motion by Barbara Flores, seconded by Danny Tillman)
- Resolution in support of California Clean Air Day (motion by Mayra Ceballos, seconded by Danny Tillman)
- Resolution recognizing National Bullying Prevention Month (motion by Danny Tillman, seconded by Barbara Flores)
- Resolution recognizing Character Education Month (motion by Gwen Dowdy‑Rodgers, seconded by Danny Tillman)
- Public hearing and adoption of sufficiency of TK‑12 textbooks and instructional materials
The Board of Education approved resolutions recognizing California Clean Air Day, National Bullying Prevention Month, Character Education Month, and Filipino American History Month. The meeting also included the presentation of Outstanding Achievement Awards to students, parents, and employees from four schools.
- Approved resolution declaring October 5, 2022, as California Clean Air Day (6-0)
- Approved resolution proclaiming October 2022 as National Bullying Prevention Month (6-0)
- Approved resolution recognizing October 2022 as Character Education Month (6-0)
- Approved resolution recognizing October 2022 as Filipino American History Month (6-0)
- Approved agenda as amended to remove recreation aide/leader positions from Personnel Report (6-0)
Regular Meeting of the San Bernardino City Unified School District Board of Education
The San Bernardino City Unified School District Board of Education will hold a regular meeting on September 6, 2022. The board will vote on resolutions recognizing Patriot Day, California Native American Day, and High School Voter Education Weeks. In closed session, the board will discuss student expulsions, discipline matters, labor negotiations, and anticipated litigation. The board will also report on the approval of a high school vice principal.
- Approval of resolution recognizing Patriot Day (Sept. 11, 2022)
- Approval of resolution recognizing California Native American Day (Sept. 23, 2022)
- Approval of resolution supporting High School Voter Education Weeks (Sept. 19-30, 2022 and April 17-28, 2023)
- Closed session: expulsion hearing for student ID 456688
- Closed session: appointment of high school vice principal
The Board of Education approved three commemorative resolutions and the meeting agenda. County Board Supervisor Joe Baca, Jr. presented a check for $2,177,932 to Muscoy Elementary to support student needs and facility upgrades.
- Approved agenda as amended (4-0)
- Approved resolution recognizing September 11 as Patriot Day and National Day of Service and Remembrance (5-0)
- Approved resolution declaring September 23, 2022, as California Native American Day (5-0)
- Approved resolution declaring September 19-30, 2022, and April 17-28, 2023, as High School Voter Education Weeks (5-0)
Regular Meeting of the San Bernardino City Unified School District Board of Education
The San Bernardino City Unified School District Board of Education approved a resolution supporting AB 2774, a state bill that would create a supplemental grant for the lowest-performing student subgroup, currently unfunded African American students. The board also approved proclamations recognizing Attendance Awareness Month, Public Schools Month, Hispanic Heritage Month, and Dieciséis de Septiembre.
- Approved resolution supporting AB 2774 to provide supplemental funding for African American students
- Recognized September 2022 as Attendance Awareness Month
- Recognized September 2022 as Public Schools Month
- Recognized September 15–October 15 as Hispanic Heritage Month
- Declared September 16 as Dieciséis de Septiembre
The Board of Education approved resolutions recognizing Attendance Awareness, Public Schools, and National Hispanic Heritage months. The Board also formally supported AB 2774 to provide supplemental funding for African American students.
- Approved resolution recognizing September 2022 as Attendance Awareness Month
- Approved resolution declaring September 2022 as Public Schools Month
- Approved resolution recognizing September 15 to October 15, 2022, as Hispanic and Latino Heritage Month
- Approved resolution supporting AB 2774 regarding LCFF supplemental grants for African American students
- Approved agenda with amendment to Action Item 10.3 for $9,736,664
Regular Meeting of the San Bernardino City Unified School District Board of Education
The San Bernardino City Unified School District Board of Education will discuss and select its top three search firms to help fill the superintendent position. The board will also consider mandated policy revisions, approve a personnel report, and act on an employment contract amendment for the Associate Superintendent.
- Discussion and finalization of top three search service firms for superintendent search
- Approval of Personnel Report #2 (hiring, retirements, resignations, promotions, terminations)
- Adoption of revised Board Policy 5146 on Married/Pregnant/Parenting Students (mandated)
- Closed session appointment of Adult School Vice Principal at Inland Career Education Center
- Approval of amendment to employment contract for Associate Superintendent of Business, Facilities, and Operations
The Board of Education approved the appointment of an Adult School Vice Principal following a closed session. The meeting also included a 'Back to School 2022-2023' presentation and public comments regarding student safety and communication.
- Approved agenda (6-0)
- Approved Adult School Vice Principal appointment (5-0)
Regular Meeting of the San Bernardino City Unified School District Board of Education
The Board of Education met to conduct several personnel and student matters. Actions included approving a new high school vice principal and a special education settlement agreement.
- Approval of High School Vice Principal for Cajon HS
- Approval of Settlement Agreement No. SS-21/22-02 for $35,700.00
- Approval of student suspension/expulsion (ID #423678)
- Approval of termination of expulsion recommendation (ID #440848)
- Approval of readmission for students (IDs #456757, #491779, #406126)
The Board of Education approved a High School Vice Principal for Cajon HS and several student discipline and settlement matters. A proposal to appoint a Coordinator of Multilingual Programs was denied. The Board also received a presentation on the five overarching district goals for the 2022-23 school year.
- Approved High School Vice Principal for Cajon HS (6-0)
- Approved Settlement Agreement No. SS-21/22-02 (6-0)
- Approved student remand to Youth Court for correction (6-0)
- Approved termination of expulsion for student in Assertive Discipline (6-0)
- Approved lift of expulsion for students (6-0)
- Denied appointment of Coordinator, Multilingual Programs (2-3)
- Approved agenda as amended after pulling Item 10.3 (5-0)
Regular Meeting of the San Bernardino City Unified School District Board of Education
The San Bernardino City Unified School District Board of Education voted to approve the expulsion of several students, along with suspensions and remands to Youth Court, based on recommendations from closed session. The board also approved a new Coordinator of Special Education - Academic Instruction. The meeting included procedural items such as agenda approval and public comments.
- Approved expulsion of students (IDs: 524616, 447965, 504897, 460324, 444013, 451452, 518001, 410125, 438162) with some suspended expulsions
- Approved 5 students remanded to Youth Court for suspension or expulsion alternatives
- Approved deletion of suspensions for 7 students due to Youth Court completion or due process errors
- Approved termination of expulsion recommendations for additional students due to Youth Court or other means
- Approved appointment of Coordinator, Special Education - Academic Instruction
The Board of Education approved the 2022-23 SELPA Special Education budget and service plan. They also adopted school calendars for the Inland Career Education Center and traditional schools through 2025. Several personnel and student disciplinary actions were approved following a closed session.
- Approved SELPA Annual Budget Plan and Annual Service Plan 2022-23 (6-0)
- Adopted 2022-2023 Inland Career Education Center School Calendar (6-0)
- Adopted 2023-2024 and 2024-2025 Traditional School Calendars (6-0)
- Accepted MOU for 2022-2023 Classified Work Year Calendars with CSEA Chapter 183 (6-0)
- Approved Coordinator, Special Education - Academic Instruction (6-0)
- Approved student expulsions, suspensions, and youth court remands (6-0)
- Approved lift of student expulsion and petitions to expunge or modify (6-0)
- Approved meeting agenda as presented (6-0)
Regular Meeting of the San Bernardino City Unified School District Board of Education
The board approved a resolution recognizing June 19, 2022 as Juneteenth National Independence Day. It also approved the appointment of an Adult School Principal, two Middle School Vice-Principals, and a Coordinator of Positive Youth Development. Additionally, the board ordered the expulsion of multiple students with suspended enforcement per Education Code.
- Resolution recognizing Juneteenth National Independence Day
- Approval of Adult School Principal for Inland Career Education Center
- Approval of two Middle School Vice-Principals
- Approval of Coordinator, Positive Youth Development (Attendance)
- Expulsion of 11 students (IDs: 467410, 524326, 421236, 427450, 421303, 524305, 477061, 448958, 422923, 435311, 436857) with suspended expulsion
The Board of Education approved a resolution recognizing June 19, 2022, as Juneteenth National Independence Day. The meeting also included a moment of silence for victims of a school shooting in Uvalde, Texas, and public comments regarding student wellness centers.
- Approved agenda as presented/amended (5-0)
- Approved Resolution in Recognition of Juneteenth National Independence Day (5-0)
Special Meeting of the San Bernardino City Unified School District Board of Education
The board will hold a study session on the budget and Local Control Accountability Plan (LCAP), reviewing updated projections, trends, challenges, and the state's fiscal outlook. A closed session is scheduled for discussion of Superintendent/Interim Superintendent public employment. The board will also discuss updating its Board Top 10 list.
- Closed session for Superintendent/Interim Superintendent employment
- Budget workshop with Harold Sullins on updated projections and state fiscal outlook
- LCAP update from Ana M. Applegate, Assistant Superintendent
- Board discussion on updating Board Top 10 list
The Board conducted a budget workshop reviewing projections, trends, and the Local Control Accountability Plan. No substantive actions were taken during the closed session. The Board began identifying items for a 'Top 10' priority list for future approval.
- Approved agenda (6-0)
- No action taken in closed session regarding public employment
- Approved adjournment (6-0)
Regular Meeting of the San Bernardino City Unified School District Board of Education
The board will vote on a resolution proclaiming June 2022 as LGBTQIA+ Pride Month. After closed session, the board will also approve appointments for four elementary principals, one high school principal, and a coordinator of specialized programs. Public comments will be heard on non-agenda items.
- Resolution recognizing June 2022 as LGBTQIA+ Pride Month
- Appointment of Heather Bjornberg as Elementary School Principal
- Appointment of Tamara Brown as Elementary School Principal
- Appointment of Khaleelah Lewis-Wilkins as Elementary School Principal
- Appointment of Christine Ramirez-Shows as Elementary School Principal
The Board of Education approved a resolution recognizing LGBTQIA+ Pride Month to promote inclusive and safe school environments. The Board also approved the appointment of two elementary school principals following a closed session.
- Approved Resolution in Recognition of LGBTQIA+ Pride Month (6-0)
- Approved appointment of Elementary School Principal (5-0)
- Approved appointment of Elementary School Principal (outcome incomplete in text)
- Approved agenda as amended to remove Classified Reductions in Hours and Abolishments (6-0)
Special Meeting of the San Bernardino City Unified School District Board of Education
The San Bernardino City Unified School District Board of Education is holding a special meeting to recognize district employees. The program includes service awards for milestones, recognition of retirees, and an in memoriam segment.
- 25-Year Service Awards presentation
- 35-Year Service Awards presentation
- 40+ Year Service Awards presentation for eight employees
- Crystal Apple and Golden Apple Awards presentation
- Recognition of over 200 retiring certificated and classified employees
The Board of Education conducted a special meeting focused on honoring district employees for their service and achievements. The session included service awards, excellence awards, and recognition of retirees.
- Approved the meeting agenda (4-0)
- Recognized employees for 25, 35, and 40+ years of service
- Presented Crystal Apple Awards to 10 employees
- Presented Golden Apple Awards to 4 employees
- Recognized over 200 retirees from the 2021-2022 period
- Approved adjournment (4-0)
Regular Meeting of the San Bernardino City Unified School District Board of Education
The board will vote on four resolutions recognizing California Student Mental Health Week, Classified School Employee Week, National School Nurse Day, and National Teacher Appreciation Week. The meeting also includes public comments on non-agenda items and a closed session for confidential matters.
- Resolution recognizing California Student Mental Health Week (May 9-13, 2022)
- Resolution recognizing Classified School Employee Week (May 15-21, 2022)
- Resolution recognizing National School Nurse Day (May 11, 2022)
- Resolution recognizing National Teacher Appreciation Week (May 2-6) and SBCUSD Day of the Teacher (May 13, 2022)
- Public comments on non-agenda items and closed session.
The Board of Education approved the appointment of an Elementary Principal for Anton ES, a High School Vice-Principal for Sierra HS, and two Assistant Directors. The board also passed several resolutions recognizing school employees and student mental health.
- Approved Elementary Principal for Anton ES (6-0)
- Approved High School Vice-Principal for Sierra HS (6-0)
- Approved Assistant Director - Secondary Education (6-0)
- Approved Assistant Director - Student Wellness & Support Services (6-0)
- Approved resolution for California Student Mental Health Week (6-0)
- Approved resolution for Classified School Employee Week (6-0)
- Approved resolution for National School Nurse Day (6-0)
- Approved resolution for National Teacher Appreciation Week (6-0)
Regular Meeting of the San Bernardino City Unified School District Board of Education
The board will vote on a settlement agreement in a special education matter for $19,600 and consider four resolutions recognizing May as Asian/Pacific American Heritage Month, Labor History Month, Williams Syndrome Awareness Month, and School Nutrition Employee Week. Public comments, closed session discussions on litigation and student discipline are also on the agenda.
- Approve Settlement Agreement No. SS-21/22-02 for $19,600
- Resolution recognizing May as Asian/Pacific American Heritage Month
- Resolution recognizing May as Labor History Month
- Resolution recognizing May as Williams Syndrome Awareness Month
- Resolution recognizing School Nutrition Employee Week (May 2-6, 2022)
The Board of Education approved four resolutions recognizing various heritage and awareness months and employee appreciation. No other substantive policy or financial decisions were recorded.
- Approved resolution designating May 2022 as Asian/Pacific American Heritage Month (6-0)
- Approved resolution declaring May 2022 as Labor History Month (6-0)
- Approved resolution proclaiming May 2022 as Williams Syndrome Awareness Month (6-0)
- Approved resolution declaring May 2-6, 2022, as School Nutrition Employee Week (6-0)
- Approved the meeting agenda as presented/amended (6-0)
Regular Meeting of the San Bernardino City Unified School District Board of Education
The San Bernardino City Unified School District Board of Education will hold a regular meeting on April 5, 2022, including a closed session to discuss student expulsions, discipline, and anticipated litigation. The board will also vote on resolutions recognizing Linked Learning Gold certification for two high schools and Administrative Professionals Week.
- Recognition of Arroyo Valley and Pacific High Schools for Linked Learning Gold certification
- Resolution recognizing Administrative Professionals Week (April 24-30, 2022) and Day (April 27)
- Closed session to discuss student expulsions (7 student IDs) and discipline (8 student IDs)
- Action to approve expulsions of 7 students and suspension/expulsion alternatives via Youth Court
- Action to reverse or modify a student suspension due to due process errors
The Board of Education approved several student discipline actions following a closed session, including expulsions and youth court remands. The Board also passed a resolution recognizing Administrative Professionals Week and Day.
- Approved amended agenda (6-0)
- Approved resolution recognizing Administrative Professionals Week (April 24-30) and Day (April 27) (6-0)
- Approved expulsion of students (6-0)
- Approved remanding students recommended for suspension or expulsion to youth court (6-0)
- Approved deleting students from assertive discipline due to youth court completion or due process errors (6-0)
- Approved terminating expulsion recommendations due to youth court completion or due process errors (6-0)
- Approved petition to expunge, rescind, or modify youth court or expulsion (vote tally not fully recorded)
Regular Meeting of the San Bernardino City Unified School District Board of Education
The Board of Education will meet to recognize various achievements and pass resolutions for Adult Education Week and School Library Month. The meeting also includes a closed session regarding labor negotiations, student discipline, and potential litigation.
- Resolution recognizing California Adult Education Week (March 27 - April 2, 2022)
- Resolution proclaiming April 2022 as School Library Month
- Recognition of outstanding students, parents, and staff from several local schools
- Closed session discussion regarding student expulsions and discipline matters
- Labor negotiations with various employee organizations
The Board of Education approved several student expulsions and disciplinary actions following a closed session. Additionally, the board passed resolutions recognizing California Adult Education Week and School Library Month. The board also received an initial contract proposal from the Communications Workers of America.
- Approved agenda (5-0)
- Approved resolution recognizing California Adult Education Week (5-0)
- Approved resolution recognizing School Library Month and National School Librarian Day (5-0)
- Approved expulsion of students (5-0)
- Approved termination of expulsion for students completing Youth Court or other corrections (5-0)
- Approved remanding students to Youth Court for correction (5-0)
- Approved lifting of expulsions for students (5-0)
- Received initial contract proposal from Communications Workers of America (5-0)
Special Meeting of the San Bernardino City Unified School District Board of Education
The board will discuss local COVID-19 conditions and current mask requirements for employees and students, following Governor Newsom's announcement that state masking mandates for schools will end March 11. The board may take action to continue, modify, or end the district's mask policy.
- Discussion and possible action on SBCUSD's mask requirements for employees and students
The Board of Education reached a consensus to make masks optional but strongly recommended for employees and students starting after March 11. Board members discussed the importance of choice and ensuring that those who continue to wear masks are not bullied or treated differently.
- Approved agenda (5-0)
- Reached consensus to make masks optional, but strongly recommended, after March 11
- Approved adjournment (6-0)
Regular Meeting of the San Bernardino City Unified School District Board of Education
The board voted to expel six students and suspend enforcement for others, approved a resolution recognizing César E. Chávez Day, and received a presentation on the district's VISION 2025 strategic framework. Public comment and closed session items on labor negotiations and litigation were also on the agenda.
- Approved expulsion of students (IDs: 517918, 465290, 473996) with suspended enforcement; others expelled for one semester with suspended enforcement
- Adopted resolution recognizing César E. Chávez and encouraging school activities on March 31
- Presentation of SBCUSD 'Framework for Excellence: VISION 2025' strategic plan
- Black Honor Roll recognitions for perfect attendance and highest honors
- Closed session included labor negotiations with multiple employee unions and anticipated litigation
The Board of Education approved a resolution in recognition of César E. Chávez. Members also discussed the Vision 2025 Framework for Excellence and heard public testimony regarding school start times, mask mandates, and student mental health.
- Approved agenda as amended (4-0)
- Approved resolution in recognition of César E. Chávez (6-0)
Special Meeting of the San Bernardino City Unified School District Board of Education
The San Bernardino City Unified School District Board of Education will hold a study session on facilities, including a bond measure review, facilities master plan status, funding constraints, long-term unfunded need, and bond exploration. Public comments are limited to that item. The meeting is procedural and no formal decisions are expected.
- Facilities Study Session covering bond measure review, facilities master plan, funding constraints, long-term unfunded need, and bond exploration
The Board held a facilities study session to review the Facilities Master Plan and funding constraints. Members discussed the possibility of a November 2022 bond election and the potential need for a communications consultant and bond counsel. No formal votes were taken on these proposals.
- Approved meeting agenda (4-0)
- Approved adjournment (4-0)
Regular Meeting of the San Bernardino City Unified School District Board of Education
The board voted on administrative appointments including elementary principals at Arrowhead and Newmark ES, vice-principals at Curtis MS and Virtual Academy, and a STEAM director (motion failed). They also approved student expulsions and remanded several students to Youth Court. Closed session covered labor negotiations and student discipline matters.
- Approved Elementary Principal for Arrowhead ES
- Approved Elementary Principal for Newmark ES
- Approved Middle School Vice-Principal for Curtis MS and Vice-Principal for Virtual Academy
- Rejected appointment of STEAM Director (motion failed 3-3)
- Approved expulsion of five students and remanded six to Youth Court
The Board of Education approved the appointment of elementary principals for Arrowhead and Newmark schools, a middle school vice-principal for Curtis, and a vice-principal for the Virtual Academy. The Board denied the appointment of a STEAM Director. Several student expulsion and discipline actions were also approved.
- Approved Elementary Principal, Arrowhead ES (6-0)
- Approved Elementary Principal, Newmark ES (6-0)
- Approved Middle School Vice-Principal, Curtis MS (6-0)
- Approved Virtual Academy Vice-Principal (6-0)
- Denied STEAM Director appointment (3-3)
- Approved student expulsions (6-0)
- Approved remanding students to youth court for correction (6-0)
- Approved termination of expulsion for students completing youth court (6-0)
Special Meeting of the San Bernardino City Unified School District Board of Education
This special meeting was called to interview candidates and make a provisional appointment to fill a vacant board seat. After hearing from 20 candidates, the board voted on six nominees — Travon Martin, Elsa Valdez, Alex Avila, Pamela Montana, Leticia Garcia, and Michael Santos — but each motion failed. No appointment was made, and the meeting adjourned without filling the vacancy.
- 20 candidates interviewed for the board vacancy
- Motion to appoint Travon Martin failed (3 yea, 3 nay)
- Motion to appoint Elsa Valdez failed (3 yea, 3 nay)
- Motion to appoint Alex Avila failed (3 yea, 3 nay)
- Motion to appoint Michael Santos failed (1 yea, 5 nay)
The Board of Education interviewed 15 candidates for a provisional appointment to a vacant seat. After multiple rounds of voting for different candidates, the Board remained split and failed to reach a majority agreement on any appointee.
- Approved meeting agenda (6-0)
- Provisional appointment of Travon Martin denied (3-3)
- Provisional appointment of Elsa Valdez denied (3-3)
- Provisional appointment of Alex Avila denied (3-3)
- Provisional appointment of Pamela Montana denied (3-3)
- Provisional appointment of Francesca Villarreal denied (no second)
Regular Meeting of the San Bernardino City Unified School District Board of Education
The San Bernardino City Unified School District Board of Education held a regular meeting on February 1, 2022. They approved an $80,000 settlement for Claim No. 585268, appointed two elementary vice-principals, and handled multiple student expulsion cases. The meeting also included closed session discussions on labor negotiations, student discipline, and anticipated litigation.
- Approved settlement agreement for Claim No. 585267, amended to $80,000.00
- Approved elementary vice-principal appointments for Brown ES and Hillside ES
- Approved expulsion of two students (ID#s 456395 and 452156)
- Approved termination of expulsion recommendations for four students due to due process errors or other means of correction (ID#s 404878, 525185, 496326, 423423)
- Approved remanding six students to Youth Court for suspension or expulsion (ID#s 509068, 456545, 401000, 451520, 443857, 517704)
The Board of Education approved a settlement for Claim No. 585268 and appointed new vice-principals for Brown and Hillside Elementary Schools. The Board also approved several student discipline actions, including expulsions and youth court remands. No other substantive decisions were recorded.
- Approved settlement for Claim No. 585268 for $80,000.00 (6-0)
- Approved Elementary Vice-Principal for Brown ES (6-0)
- Approved Elementary Vice-Principal for Hillside ES (6-0)
- Approved student expulsions (6-0)
- Approved termination of student assertive discipline for students completing youth court (6-0)
- Approved remanding students to youth court for correction (6-0)
- Approved petitions to expunge, rescind, or modify youth court or expulsion (6-0)
Special Meeting of the San Bernardino City Unified School District Board of Education
The San Bernardino City Unified School District Board of Education held a special meeting to address a board vacancy. The board voted to fill the vacancy by provisional appointment rather than by election, setting a timeline for applications, interviews, and swearing-in. The board also held a closed session to discuss labor negotiations with multiple employee organizations.
- Board voted 6-0 to fill the vacancy by provisional appointment instead of election
- Closed session scheduled to negotiate with CSEA, CWA, school police, and teachers associations
- Proposed timeline: applications open Jan 26, close Feb 2, interviews Feb 8, swearing-in Feb 15
- Public comments limited to 5 minutes per person on the vacancy item
- Vacant board seat triggers Education Code requirements for appointment or election within 60 days
The Board of Education decided to fill a board vacancy through a provisional appointment rather than a special election. This process is intended to reduce costs and expedite the appointment of a new member.
- Approved filling Board vacancy by Provisional Appointment (6-0)
Regular Meeting of the San Bernardino City Unified School District Board of Education
The board approved a resolution asking the state to allow medical, religious, and personal belief exemptions from student COVID-19 vaccine mandates. They also supported AB 75, a state school facilities bond, and recognized Dr. Margaret Hill Day. A check was accepted to establish the Dr. Margaret Hill Memorial Scholarship Endowment.
- Resolution requesting state flexibility on student COVID-19 vaccine mandates, including exemptions
- Support for AB 75, the Kindergarten-Community Colleges Public Education Facilities Bond Act of 2022
- Resolution declaring January 22, 2022 as Dr. Margaret Hill Day
- Check presentation from AM LLC to establish the Dr. Margaret Hill Memorial Scholarship Endowment
- Resolution recognizing African American History Month in February
The Board of Education approved several resolutions, including a request for the State of California to allow medical, religious, and personal belief exemptions for student COVID-19 vaccinations. The Board also expressed support for a state education facilities bond act and recognized African American History Month.
- Approved resolution requesting state flexibility and exemptions for student COVID-19 vaccine mandates (6-0)
- Approved resolution supporting AB 75, Kindergarten-Community Colleges Public Education Facilities Bond Act of 2022 (6-0)
- Approved resolution declaring February 2022 National African American History Month (6-0)
- Approved resolution in support of Dr. Margaret Hill Day (6-0)
- Approved amended agenda (6-0)