San Bernardino City Unified School District public meetings in 2024

Regular Meeting of the Board of Education

The board is holding its annual organizational meeting, including the election of a Board President and Vice President, and appointment of committee representatives. A reception will honor re-elected and newly elected board members. The board will also administer oaths of office.

• Election of Mayra Ceballos as Board President for 2025 (approved 4-2)
• Election of Mary Ellen A. Grande as Board Vice President for 2025
• Appointment of Mauricio Arellano as Board Secretary and Karen Cunningham as Assistant Secretary
• Appointment of board members to sub-committees (Policy, Budget, Charter Schools, Curriculum, Facilities, IT/Communications, Education Bridge)
• Oath of office for re-elected members Felicia Alexander, Mayra Ceballos, Scott Wyatt and newly elected Michael L. Santos

Special Meeting of the San Bernardino City Unified School District Board of Education

This special meeting is primarily for the Board to consider and vote on the expulsion of a student identified by ID 439061. The board will also hold a closed session to discuss student discipline matters and hear public comments limited to closed session items.

• Closed session to discuss student expulsion under Education Code Section 48918
• Action item to expel student ID 439061 for violations of Education Code 48900 (a-1), with a recommendation for suspended enforcement for one semester
• Public comment period limited to closed session items only

The Board of Education held a special meeting to address a student discipline matter. Following a closed session, the Board voted to expel a student.

• Approved the expulsion of Student ID 439061 (5-0)

Regular Meeting of the Board of Education

The board will hold a public hearing on the renewal petition for the Public Safety Academy charter school. The board will also consider adopting a memorandum of understanding with the California School Employees Association regarding campus security officers. Additionally, the board recognizes American Education Week and National Special Education Day. The board adjourns to closed session for labor negotiations and student expulsion hearings.

• Public hearing on charter renewal petition for the Public Safety Academy
• Adoption of MOU with CSEA Chapter 183 for Campus Security Officers
• Resolution recognizing American Education Week (Nov 18-22) and Education Support Professionals/Substitute Educators Days
• Resolution recognizing National Special Education Day (Dec 2)
• Closed session for labor negotiations with four employee organizations and student expulsion/discipline hearings

The Board of Education approved a Memorandum of Understanding regarding Campus Security Officers with CSEA Chapter 183. The Board also passed resolutions recognizing American Education Week and National Special Education Day.

• Adopted MOU for Campus Security Officers between SBCUSD and CSEA Chapter 183 (7-0)
• Approved resolution recognizing American Education Week, Education Support Professionals Day, and Substitute Educators Day (7-0)
• Approved resolution recognizing National Special Education Day (7-0)
• Approved the meeting agenda (7-0)

Regular Meeting of the Board of Education

The Board will hold a public hearing and consider the reappointment of Michael Salazar to the Personnel Commission. Several resolutions recognizing National School Psychology Week, National Native American Heritage Month, National Diabetes Awareness Month, and Veterans Day will be voted on. The meeting also includes recognition of outstanding students and staff from Fairfax, Riley College PREP Academy, Curtis Middle School, and Virtual Academy.

• Public hearing and vote on reappointment of Michael Salazar to the Personnel Commission
• Resolution recognizing National School Psychology Week (Nov 11-15, 2024)
• Resolution recognizing November 2024 as National Native American Heritage Month
• Resolution recognizing November 2024 as National Diabetes Awareness Month and Nov 14 as World Diabetes Day
• Resolution recognizing November 11, 2024 as Veterans Day

The Board of Education approved several resolutions recognizing National School Psychology Week, National Native American Heritage Month, National Diabetes Awareness Month, and Veterans Day. The Board also presented Outstanding Achievement Awards to selected students, staff, parents, and volunteers.

• Approved resolution recognizing National School Psychology Week (6-0)
• Approved resolution recognizing National Native American Heritage Month (6-0)
• Approved resolution recognizing National Diabetes Awareness Month and World Diabetes Day (6-0)
• Approved resolution recognizing Veterans Day (6-0)
• Approved meeting agenda (5-0)

Regular Meeting of the Board of Education

The San Bernardino City Unified School District Board of Education will hold a public hearing on a successor contract proposal (Sunshine Contract) with the California School Employees Association (agenda item cut off). The board will also vote on several resolutions, including recognizing National Custodian Day, participating in the Great California ShakeOut earthquake drill, and observing Red Ribbon Week. A reception and recognition for PBIS award-winning schools precedes the regular meeting.

• Public hearing on Sunshine Contract Proposal (successor) with California School Employees Association (item incomplete in agenda)
• Resolution recognizing National Custodian Day on October 2, 2024
• Resolution to participate in the Great California ShakeOut earthquake drill on October 17, 2024 at 10:17 a.m.
• Resolution recognizing California Week of the School Administrator (October 13-19, 2024)
• Resolution recognizing National Red Ribbon Week (October 23-31, 2024) with theme 'Life is a Movie, Film Drug Free'

The Board of Education approved districtwide participation in the Great California ShakeOut earthquake drill. It also passed resolutions recognizing National Custodian Day, the Week of the School Administrator, and Red Ribbon Week.

• Approved agenda as presented (7-0)
• Approved resolution for National Custodian Day (7-0)
• Approved districtwide participation in Great California ShakeOut drill on October 17, 2024 (7-0)
• Approved resolution for California Week of the School Administrator, October 13-19, 2024 (7-0)
• Approved resolution for National Red Ribbon Week, October 23-31, 2024 (7-0)

Regular Meeting of the Board of Education

The Board will hold a public hearing required by state law on whether each student has sufficient textbooks and instructional materials. They will also adopt several proclamations recognizing National Bullying Prevention Month, Character Education Month, California Clean Air Day, and Filipino American History Month. Public comments on non-agenda items will be heard before the hearing.

• Public hearing and adoption of resolution on sufficiency of TK-12 textbooks and instructional materials
• Resolution recognizing National Bullying Prevention Month and World Day of Bullying Prevention on October 7, 2024
• Resolution recognizing Character Education Month and Digital Citizenship Week (October 14–18, 2024)
• Resolution declaring October 2, 2024 as California Clean Air Day
• Resolution recognizing Filipino American History Month

The Board of Education approved several resolutions recognizing National Bullying Prevention Month, Character Education Month, Filipino American History Month, and California Clean Air Day. The meeting also included public comments regarding local fires, city-district collaboration, and maintenance staff working conditions.

• Approved agenda as presented
• Approved resolution for National Bullying Prevention Month
• Approved resolution for Character Education Month
• Approved resolution declaring October 2, 2024, as California Clean Air Day
• Approved resolution for Filipino American History Month

Emergency Meeting of the San Bernardino City Unified School District Board of Education

The San Bernardino City Unified School District Board of Education is holding an emergency meeting to discuss and take action regarding the Line Fire. The meeting includes public comment limited to agenda items and procedural actions like establishing a quorum and adjournment.

• Emergency Meeting: Line Fire (Action, Discussion)

The Board of Education held an emergency meeting to address air quality issues caused by surrounding fires. Following a motion and public comment, the Board voted unanimously to close the district for the rest of the week.

• Approved motion to close schools through the rest of the week (7-0)

Regular Meeting of the Board of Education

The board will hold a public hearing and vote on a Memorandum of Understanding with California School Employees Association Chapter 183 regarding the effects of abolishments and decreases of classified positions. The board will also consider several ceremonial resolutions recognizing Patriot Day, Dieciseis de Septiembre, California Native American Day, and High School Voter Education Weeks.

• Public hearing and adoption of MOU with CSEA Chapter 183 on effects of abolishments and decreases
• Resolution recognizing September 11, 2024 as Patriot Day
• Resolution recognizing September 16, 2024 as Dieciseis de Septiembre
• Resolution declaring September 27, 2024 as California Native American Day
• Resolution declaring High School Voter Education Weeks (Sept 16-27, 2024 and April 14-25, 2025)

The Board of Education approved a Memorandum of Understanding regarding abolishments and decreases with the California School Employees Association Chapter 183. The Board also approved several student disciplinary actions and the appointment of an Assistant Director for Student Wellness and Support Services.

• Adopted MOU with California School Employees Association Chapter 183 (6-0)
• Approved appointment of Assistant Director, Student Wellness and Support Services (7-0)
• Approved expulsion of students ID #495665 and (S) 451403 (7-0)
• Approved remand to Youth Court for students ID #480963 and 460772 (7-0)
• Approved lift/readmission of expulsion for students ID #456545 and 453497 (7-0)
• Approved petition to expunge, rescind, seal, or modify records for students ID #439104, 447030, and 501640 (7-0)
• Approved Resolution in Recognition of Patriot Day (6-0)
• Approved Resolutions in Recognition of Dieciseis de Septiembre, California Native American Day, and High School Voters Education Weeks (6-0)

Regular Meeting of the Board of Education

The Board of Education will hold a public hearing on the proposed formation of Community Facilities District No. 2024-1, which would levy special taxes and incur bonded indebtedness to fund school facilities. The board will also vote on resolutions recognizing Attendance Awareness Month, National Hispanic Heritage Month, and Public Schools Month, as well as a resolution approving a school facilities funding agreement with Pharris Sycamore Flats LLC.

• Public hearing on formation of Community Facilities District No. 2024-1, including proposed special taxes and bonded indebtedness
• Resolution approving School Facilities Funding and Mitigation Agreement with Pharris Sycamore Flats LLC
• Recognition of two SBCUSD teachers as 2025 San Bernardino County Teachers of the Year (Lorraine Bowen and Carla Hernandez)
• Resolution declaring September 2024 as Attendance Awareness Month
• Resolution recognizing September 15–October 15 as National Hispanic Heritage Month

The Board of Education approved the formation of Community Facilities District No. 2024-1, including the authorization of special taxes and bonded indebtedness. The Board also passed several resolutions recognizing awareness months and honoring local teachers.

• Approved formation of Community Facilities District No. 2024-1
• Authorized bonded indebtedness not to exceed $13,500,000 for CFD No. 2024-1
• Approved authorization of special taxes within CFD No. 2024-1
• Approved School Facilities Funding and Mitigation Agreement
• Approved resolution for Attendance Awareness Month
• Approved resolution for National Hispanic Heritage Month
• Approved resolution for Public Schools Month
• Approved agenda as presented

Regular Meeting of the Board of Education

The San Bernardino City USD Board of Education voted to appoint Jacob Rosario as High School Principal and Breanna York as Assistant Director of Special Education, with salary and effective dates to be determined. The board also approved the readmission of six expelled students, accepted a certificated employee resignation agreement, and approved Personnel Report #3. Additionally, they discussed an amendment to the lease-leaseback contract for the Cardinal Child Development Center, though details were cut short in the agenda. A report on teaching assignment monitoring outcomes was presented for informational purposes.

• Appointment of Jacob Rosario as High School Principal (funding: 035)
• Appointment of Breanna York as Assistant Director of Special Education
• Readmission of six students (IDs: 497066, 410770, 481184, 490369, 495014, 518953) under Education Code sections
• Approval of Personnel Report #3 (hiring, retirements, resignations, etc.)
• Amendment No. 4 to the Lease-Leaseback Contract for Cardinal Child Development Center (item incomplete in agenda)

The Board of Education approved the appointments of a High School Principal and an Assistant Director of Special Education. Additionally, the Board voted to lift the expulsions of six students and accepted one employee's retirement resignation.

• Approved Jacob Rosario as High School Principal
• Approved Breanna York as Assistant Director, Special Education
• Approved lift/readmit of expulsion for 6 students (IDs: 497066, 410770, 481184, 490369, 495014, 518953)
• Approved resignation for retirement of certificated employee HR-CERT-24-25-01 effective December 31, 2024
• Approved agenda as presented

Regular Meeting of the Board of Education

The board adopted the 2025-2026 and 2026-2027 traditional school calendars and approved the initial re-opener proposal from CSEA Chapter 183, which seeks across-the-board wage increases, additional holidays, and changes to compensatory time and breaks. In closed session, the board approved a $250,000 settlement for District Claim No. 202425001, appointed a Coordinator for the Multilingual Programs Department K-6 and an Elementary School Vice Principal, and readmitted one student while modifying records for two others.

• Adoption of 2025-2026 and 2026-2027 traditional school calendars
• Initial re-opener proposal from CSEA Chapter 183 (wages, hours, holidays)
• Approval of $250,000 settlement for District Claim No. 202425001
• Approval of Coordinator, Multilingual Programs Department K-6
• Approval of Elementary School Vice Principal

The Board of Education approved a $250,000 legal settlement and established Community Facilities District No. 2024-1, including a resolution to incur bonded indebtedness up to $13.5 million. The Board also adopted traditional school calendars for 2025-2027 and approved several personnel appointments.

• Approved $250,000 settlement for District Claim No. 202425001
• Approved establishment of Community Facilities District No. 2024-1
• Approved resolution to incur bonded indebtedness up to $13,500,000
• Adopted 2025-2026 and 2026-2027 Traditional School Calendars
• Approved Initial Re-Opener Proposal from CSEA Chapter 183
• Appointed Victor Mendoza as Coordinator, Multilingual Programs Department K-6
• Appointed Stephanie Lopez as Elementary School Vice Principal
• Approved $2,200 amendment to agreement with Landrum and Associates Investigative Services

Regular Meeting of the Board of Education

The San Bernardino City Unified School District Board of Education voted to expel student ID 505959 with suspended enforcement, and recognized District Police Officer Brett Hottel for heroic lifesaving actions. The board also swore in nine student board members and approved Personnel Report #1 covering hiring, retirements, and terminations. A discussion on naming the Welcoming Resource Center was held.

• Expulsion of student ID 505959 with suspended enforcement until 12/20/24
• Award for Bravery and Courage to District Police Officer Brett Hottel
• Swearing in of nine student board members for a one-year term
• Approval of Personnel Report #1 dated July 2, 2024 (hiring, retirements, resignations, promotions, terminations)
• Discussion on naming the Welcoming Resource Center

The Board of Education swore in nine Student Board Members and approved several operational contracts, including solar projects and paper supplies. The Board also agreed to follow the regular naming process for the Welcoming Resource Center to allow for community input.

• Approved $181,230 amendment for district-wide solar projects (6-0)
• Approved $500,000 bid for color paper stock and supplies (6-0)
• Approved $81,500 ratification for Props AV Production (6-0)
• Extended expulsion for Student ID 505959 through 12/20/24 (6-0)
• Approved petition to expunge, rescind, seal, or modify youth court/expulsion (6-0)
• Approved Personnel Report #1 dated July 2, 2024 (6-0)
• Approved June 18, 2024 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Approved $22,100 in gifts, grants, and bequests (6-0)

Regular Meeting of the Board of Education

The board will conduct a public hearing and vote on a resolution to convey an easement to Southern California Edison for a 4-foot strip on district property. It will also consider a resolution supporting state bill AB 2724 on high school voter registration. Closed session includes appointments and student discipline matters.

• Public hearing and vote on conveying an easement to Southern California Edison for a 4-foot strip on vacated 16th Street and Turrill Avenue
• Resolution supporting AB 2724, which would require schools to provide voter registration information to students by 2026-27
• Recognition of Licensed Vocational Nurses for their service to student health
• Appointment of Rebecca Quesada as Elementary School Principal
• Closed session discussions on hiring for multiple administrative positions and student expulsion cases

The Board of Education approved the appointment of five administrative staff members and voted to support Assembly Bill 2724 regarding high school voter registration. The Board also approved a real property easement for Southern California Edison Company and acted on several student discipline matters.

• Approved support of AB 2724 High School Pupils: Voter Registration (7-0)
• Approved Resolution Conveying Easement in Real Property for use by Southern California Edison Company (7-0)
• Approved Rebecca Quesada as Elementary School Principal (7-0)
• Approved Juan Escamilla as High School Vice Principal (7-0)
• Approved Majd Kakish and Alex Burton as Middle School Vice Principals (6-0)
• Approved Robert Morales as Director, Human Resources - Certificated, Recruitment & Employment (7-0)
• Approved Toni Woods as Coordinator, Early Literacy - Elementary Instruction (7-0)
• Approved student expulsions, readmissions, and suspension deletions (7-0)

Addendum to the Regular Meeting of the Board of Education

The Board of Education is conducting a public hearing to receive comments on the Preliminary Budget for Fiscal Year 2024-25. This budget is scheduled for consideration for adoption on June 18, 2024.

• Public hearing on Fiscal Year 2024-25 Preliminary Budget

Regular Meeting of the Board of Education

The San Bernardino City Unified School District Board of Education approved two settlement agreements totaling $28,000 and recognized Juneteenth as a day of observance. The meeting also included presentations on school programs and a public hearing on the 2024-2025 Local Control and Accountability Plan.

• Approval of settlement agreement JHG-23/24-04 ($13,000)
• Approval of settlement agreement AC-23/24-05 ($15,000)
• Recognition of Juneteenth National Independence Day
• Public hearing on 2024-2025 Local Control and Accountability Plan
• Recognition of Curtis Middle School Linked Learning Gold Pathway

The Board of Education approved a resolution recognizing Juneteenth and a settlement agreement from closed session. The board also recognized Curtis Middle School's STEM pathways and district school nurses.

• Approved agenda as presented (7-0)
• Approved resolution recognizing June 19 as Juneteenth National Independence Day and the third Saturday in June as Juneteenth National Freedom Day (7-0)
• Approved Settlement Agreement JHG-23/24-04 (6-0)

Regular Meeting of the Board of Education

The Board of Education is taking several actions, including approving a resolution recognizing LGBTQIA+ Pride Month, adopting work calendars for classified employees and the Inland Career Education Center, and conducting a public hearing on the initial contract proposal from the San Bernardino School Police Officers Association, which seeks wage increases, retiree health contributions, and other benefits. The meeting also includes recognition of students, staff, and community partners.

• Resolution recognizing June 2024 as LGBTQIA+ Pride Month (approved)
• Public hearing and acceptance of 2024-2025 classified work calendars between SBCUSD and CSEA Chapter 183
• Public hearing and adoption of 2024-2025 Inland Career Education Center school calendar (177 instructional days)
• Public hearing on initial contract proposal from San Bernardino School Police Officers Association (wages, longevity, POST certification differentials, retiree health, standby, sick leave buy back, workers' comp, uniforms, cell phones)
• Recognition of outstanding achievement awards for students, parents, volunteers, and employees from Anton and Emmerton elementary schools, Shandin Hills Middle School, and Cajon High School

The Board of Education approved the 2024-2025 Classified Work Calendars and the Inland Career Education Center School Calendar. The Board also adopted the SELPA Annual Budget and Service Plan for 2024-25 and passed a resolution recognizing LGBTQIA+ Pride Month.

• Approved resolution recognizing June 2024 as LGBTQIA+ Pride Month (6-0)
• Accepted 2024-2025 Classified Work Calendars with CSEA, Chapter 183 (7-0)
• Adopted 2024-2025 Inland Career Education Center School Calendar (7-0)
• Received initial contract proposal from San Bernardino School Police Officers Association (7-0)
• Adopted SELPA Annual Budget Plan and Annual Service Plan 2024-25 (7-0)

Special Meeting of the San Bernardino City Unified School District Board of Education: Employee Appreciation

This special meeting of the San Bernardino City Unified School District Board of Education is solely for employee appreciation, with no substantive business or decisions. The agenda includes a reception, presentation of Crystal Apple, Golden Apple, and new Rising Star awards, recognition of employees with 25+ years of service, and retiree recognitions.

• Crystal Apple Award recipients honored
• Golden Apple Award recipients honored
• New Rising Star Award for employees with 2–5 years in position
• Service recognitions for 25, 30, 35, 40, and 50+ years
• Retiree recognitions for the 2023–2024 school year

The Board of Education held a special meeting to honor district employees for years of service and professional achievements. The Board recognized retirees and presented several awards, including the Crystal Apple and Golden Apple awards.

• Approved the meeting agenda (7-0)
• Recognized 10 Crystal Apple Award recipients
• Recognized 2 employees for 50+ years of service
• Recognized 12 employees for 40+ years of service
• Recognized 16 employees for 35 years of service
• Recognized 6 Golden Apple Award recipients
• Recognized 4 Inaugural Rising Star award recipients
• Recognized 2 National Board Certified Teachers

Regular Meeting of the Board of Education

The board will hold a public hearing and vote on raising statutory school fees imposed on new residential and commercial/industrial construction. The board also approved resolutions recognizing Teacher Appreciation Week, Classified School Employee Week, and National School Nurse Day. The meeting includes public comments and recognitions of students and staff.

• Public hearing and resolution to increase statutory school fees on new residential and commercial/industrial construction
• Resolution proclaiming May 6-10, 2024 as National Teacher Appreciation Week and May 8, 2024 as California Day of the Teacher
• Resolution proclaiming May 19-25, 2024 as Classified School Employee Week
• Resolution proclaiming May 8, 2024 as National School Nurse Day
• Recognition of Warm Springs Elementary Cheerleading Team for 1st place in National SHARP competition

The Board of Education approved several resolutions to recognize National Teacher Appreciation Week, Classified School Employee Week, and National School Nurse Day. The meeting also included honors for the Warm Springs Elementary cheerleading team and two award-winning principals.

• Approved agenda as presented (7-0)
• Approved resolution proclaiming May 6-10, 2024, as National Teacher Appreciation Week (7-0)
• Approved resolution proclaiming May 19-25, 2024, as Classified School Employee Week (7-0)
• Approved resolution proclaiming May 8, 2024, as National School Nurse Day (7-0)

Regular Meeting of the Board of Education

The Board of Education will vote on several resolutions recognizing May as Asian-American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, Labor History Month, Williams Syndrome Month, School Nutrition Employee Week, and California Student Mental Health Week. It also honors a teacher as Educator of the Year and recognizes students, parents, and community partners. The agenda includes routine procedural items like approval of the agenda and public comments.

• Recognition of Dan Jimenez as 2024 Educator of the Year (Region 10, High School)
• Approval of resolution for Asian-American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month
• Approval of resolution for Labor History Month
• Approval of resolution for Williams Syndrome Awareness Month (honoring Jonathan Martinez)
• Approval of resolution for California Student Mental Health Week (May 6-10, 2024)

The Board of Education approved resolutions designating May 2024 as Asian-American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, Labor History Month, and Williams Syndrome Awareness Month. The Board also recognized School Nutrition Employee Week and California Student Mental Health Week. Additionally, the Board honored an Educator of the Year and several students and staff with achievement awards.

• Approved agenda (6-0)
• Approved resolution for Asian-American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month (7-0)
• Approved resolution for Labor History Month (7-0)
• Approved resolution for Williams Syndrome Awareness Month (7-0)
• Approved resolution for School Nutrition Employee Week (7-0)
• Approved resolution for California Student Mental Health Week (7-0)

Regular Meeting of the Board of Education

The Board of Education approved the expulsion or suspended expulsion of eight students, and appointed Patrick Smith as Coordinator of Special Education – Data & Compliance. They also received a presentation on the Multi-Year Vision 2030 plan, which will be voted on at a future meeting, and recognized a GOAL Award for a dyslexia program. A proposed $27,900 settlement agreement was tabled to the April 16 meeting.

• Expulsion of 8 students (IDs: 461795, 410770, 447531, 436570, 450080, 477677, 462581, 440508) with some suspended expulsions
• Approval of Patrick Smith as Coordinator, Special Education – Data & Compliance
• Settlement Agreement No. JL-23/24-03 for $27,900 tabled to April 16
• Presentation of Multi-Year Vision 2030 plan focusing on six key areas
• Advisory Commission on Special Education GOAL Award presented for dyslexia program

The Board of Education approved the Multi-Year Vision 2030 plan and a $1.3 million agreement with San Bernardino County for playground and shaded area improvements at Arrowhead Elementary School. Other actions included personnel approvals, student expulsions, and a $5,000 scholarship sponsorship.

• Approved Multi-Year Vision 2030 Plan (6-0)
• Approved $1.3M agreement for Arrowhead Elementary school improvements (6-0)
• Approved appointment of Patrick Smith as Coordinator, Special Education - Data & Compliance (6-0)
• Approved amended expulsion for Student ID #447531 to one semester expulsion and one semester suspended expulsion (6-0)
• Approved petition to expunge, rescind, seal record, or modify youth court or expulsion (6-0)
• Approved 3-day unpaid suspension for two classified employees (6-0)
• Approved $5,000 silver sponsorship for The Links, Inc. 46th Annual Scholarship Breakfast Ball (4-0)
• Approved Resolution Adopting Goals and Policies for Community Facilities Districts (6-0)

Regular Meeting of the Board of Education

The San Bernardino City Unified School District Board of Education meets to receive public comments, hear presentations, and take action on several items. Key actions include acknowledging the Communications Workers of America's initial request to negotiate a successor collective bargaining agreement and approving a resolution recognizing School Library Month. The board also goes into closed session for personnel matters, including employee discipline and reassignments.

• Acknowledge initial request from Communications Workers of America to negotiate successor collective bargaining agreement (item 3.1)
• Approve resolution recognizing April 2024 as School Library Month, April 4 as National School Librarian Day, and April 25 as National Library Workers Day (item 2.4)
• Congratulate Sierra High School for 2024 Model Continuation High School recognition (item 2.2)
• Congratulate Golden Valley Middle School for 2024 National Schools to Watch recognition (item 2.3)
• Consider dismissal of classified employee HR-CLASS-23-24-07-ER and other personnel items in closed session (items 5.1, 5.3)

The Board of Education approved a resolution recognizing School Library Month and acknowledged a request for successor negotiations from the Communications Workers of America. The Board also approved one certificated employee reassignment following a closed session.

• Approved resolution proclaiming April 2024 as School Library Month (5-0)
• Acknowledged receipt of successor negotiation request from Communications Workers of America (5-0)
• Approved certificated reassignment HR-CERT-23-24-11 (5-0)
• Approved agenda as amended, pulling Item 5.1 (5-0)

Regular Meeting of the Board of Education

The Board will vote on a $23,299 settlement agreement for special education litigation, approve non-reelection of five certificated employees, and appoint a vice principal for San Bernardino High School. They will also pass resolutions recognizing César Chávez Day and California Adult Education Week. The meeting includes public comment and closed session.

• Settlement Agreement No. DGF-23/24-02 for $23,299.00
• Non-reelection of five certificated employees (HR-CERT-23-24-06 through -10) for 2024-2025
• Appointment of High School Vice Principal at San Bernardino High School
• Resolution recognizing César E. Chávez Day on March 31
• Resolution declaring March 4–8, 2024 as California Adult Education Week

The Board of Education approved a resolution for the elimination, layoff, or reduction in service of 25 classified personnel positions. The board also appointed Laurie Rees as Vice Principal of San Bernardino High School and approved a legal settlement. Two commemorative resolutions were passed recognizing César E. Chávez Day and California Adult Education Week.

• Approved appointment of Laurie Rees as Vice Principal, San Bernardino High School (6-0)
• Approved Settlement Agreement No. DGF-23/24-02 (6-0)
• Approved resolution for elimination/layoff/reduction in service of 25 classified personnel (6-0)
• Approved non-reelection of HR-CERT-23-24-06 (6-0)
• Approved reassignment of HR-CERT-23-24-04 (6-0)
• Approved reassignment of HR-CERT-23-24-05 (6-0)
• Approved remanding six students to youth court for correction (6-0)
• Tabled expulsion of Student ID # 447531 (6-0)

Regular Meeting of the Board of Education

The board is meeting to discuss a multi-year vision workshop, recognize community partners and student achievements, and vote on resolutions for Women's History Month and Arts Education Month. They will also go into closed session for personnel and student discipline matters, and then take action on a vice principal appointment and the expulsion of four students.

• Presentation on Multi-Year Vision by Delizia Consulting Services
• Resolution recognizing Women's History Month and International Women's Day
• Resolution recognizing March as Arts Education Month
• Approval of Vice Principal, Virtual Academy
• Expulsion of four students with identification numbers (S) 531740, (S) 533801, *(S) 441977, *(S) 439104

The Board of Education approved the appointment of Jennifer Adams as Vice Principal of Virtual Academy. The Board also ordered the expulsion of four students, though some enforcement was suspended for rehabilitation. Additionally, the Board passed resolutions recognizing Women's History Month and Arts Education Month.

• Approved appointment of Jennifer Adams as Vice Principal, Virtual Academy (7-0)
• Ordered expulsion of students (S)531740, (S)533801, (S)441977, and (S)439104 (7-0)
• Approved resolution recognizing March as Women's History Month and International Women's Day (7-0)
• Approved resolution recognizing March as Arts Education Month (7-0)
• Approved meeting agenda as presented/amended (6-0)

Regular Meeting of the Board of Education

The San Bernardino City Unified School District Board of Education met and approved a resolution for Presidents' Day, entered closed session to discuss personnel appointments, litigation, labor negotiations, and student discipline. After closed session, the board voted to appoint a Coordinator of Child Development Programs and an Assistant Director of Human Resources, and took action on multiple student expulsion and readmission cases.

• Resolution recognizing Presidents' Day on Feb. 19, 2024
• Approval of Coordinator, Child Development Programs position
• Approval of Assistant Director, Human Resources - Certificated, Recruitment & Employment position
• Expulsion of 7 students (IDs: 451848, 448288, 472009, 472066, 466478, 523928, 486874) with some suspended expulsions
• Readmission of 11 students and modifications/expungements of records for others

The Board of Education approved the appointment of two administrative roles and processed multiple student disciplinary actions, including expulsions and readmissions. The Board also passed a resolution recognizing Presidents' Day.

• Approved appointment of Nancy Carrillo as Coordinator, Child Development Programs
• Approved appointment of Robert Morales as Assistant Director, Human Resources - Certificated, Recruitment & Employment
• Approved expulsion of 7 students
• Approved lift/readmit of expulsion for 12 students
• Approved petitions to expunge, rescind, seal record, or modify youth court/expulsion for 12 students
• Approved deletion of suspension for 3 students due to youth court completion or process errors
• Approved remanding 2 students to youth court for correction instead of suspension/expulsion
• Approved resolution recognizing February 19, 2024, as Presidents' Day

Regular Meeting of the Board of Education

The Board of Education approved several resolutions to recognize specific days and months of observance. The meeting also included a closed session to discuss personnel appointments, discipline, and student expulsion hearings.

• Resolution recognizing January 20, 2024, as Dr. Margaret Hill/All About the Children Day
• Resolution recognizing February 6, 2024, as Ronald Reagan Day
• Resolution recognizing February 5-9, 2024, as National School Counseling Week
• Resolution declaring February 2024 as National Black History Month
• Closed session regarding appointments for principals at Cajon High, King Middle, Shandin Hills Middle, Cole Elementary, and Cypress Elementary

The Board of Education approved several administrative appointments for high schools, middle schools, and elementary schools. The board also approved two job descriptions and took action on student expulsions and readmissions.

• Approved Christopher Jackson as Principal of Cajon High School
• Approved Damon Coleman as Vice Principal of San Gorgonio High School
• Approved Ernesto Calles as Principal of M.L. King Middle School
• Approved Persida Torres as Principal of Shandin Hills Middle School
• Approved Amanda Manjarrez as Principal of Cole Elementary School
• Approved Jennifer Barber-West as Principal of Cypress Elementary School
• Approved Communications Manager and Environmental Compliance and Safety Manager job descriptions
• Approved expulsion of five students and readmission/record modification for multiple students