San Francisco Unified School District public meetings in 2021

Augmented Buildings, Grounds, and Services Committee

The committee will receive status updates on the Mission Bay School project, including proposed timeline, CEQA review, land transfer, and design build contract. They will also hear next steps for projects funded by the October 2021 reallocation of $100 million from the 2016 GO Bond, such as Southeast Facility Planning, Outdoor Learning, and Site Security. No votes are scheduled; this is an information-only meeting.

• Status update on Mission Bay School project: proposed timeline, CEQA certification, land transfer, and design build contract
• Next steps for $100 million reallocation of 2016 GO Bond approved in October 2021 (Buena Vista Horace Mann modernization, Southeast Facilities Plan, Outdoor Learning, Site Security, Portable Air Cleaners)
• Meeting held virtually due to COVID-19 public health emergency
• ADA accommodations and translation services available

Special Meeting

The San Francisco Unified School District Board of Education will consider two actions at its special meeting on December 16, 2021. Board members will vote on a motion to suspend Rule 9323 so a non‑routine item can be acted on. They will also vote on the Superintendent’s resolution to extend the interim Lowell High School admissions policy for the 2022‑23 school year, following a court order. The meeting is conducted virtually with ADA accommodations and translation services available.

• Motion to suspend Board Rule and Procedure 9323
• Superintendent’s Resolution to extend the interim Lowell Admissions Policy for 2022‑23
• ADA accommodation requests: call (415) 355‑7364 at least 72 hours prior
• Chinese interpretation: call 1 484‑854‑3328 PIN 721 609 895; Spanish interpretation: call 1 319‑382‑9676 PIN 665 996 976
• Public observation via Zoom: Webinar ID 858 4078 9374, password 143866

Regular Meeting

The San Francisco Unified School District Board held a virtual regular meeting on Dec 14, 2021, providing ADA accommodations and translation services. Board members approved minutes from prior meetings and received reports from the superintendent and student delegates. The board also recognized individuals and presented RAVE awards. Finally, the board confirmed appointments of Rosario Villasana and Owen Velez to the Child Care Planning & Advisory Council for three-year terms.

• Appointment of Rosario Villasana (discretionary seat) and Owen Velez (consumer seat) to the Child Care Planning & Advisory Council for a three-year term
• Approval of Board minutes from November 9, October 26 (corrected), August 10, June 8, April 20, 2021 and the special meeting of November 16, 2021
• Superintendent's Report (information item)
• Student Delegates' Report (information item)
• Recognitions, Resolutions of Commendation, and RAVE Awards presented

Augmented Curriculum and Program Committee

The Augmented Curriculum and Program Committee will review Resolution 2111‑9A1, which proposes establishing a Queer Trans Parent Advisory Council, creating a full‑time staff position, and related equity actions such as signage and form updates. The committee will also receive a staff report on Literacy Resolution 2110‑12A1 to consider convening a literacy workgroup that will identify instructional strategies, materials, screeners, and training. The meeting is conducted virtually with ADA accommodations and translation services available.

• Resolution No. 2111‑9A1 – creation of a Queer Trans Parent Advisory Council, full‑time staff role, membership criteria, signage for single‑stall restrooms, and alignment of forms with state gender‑option laws
• Literacy Resolution 2110‑12A1 – staff report to consider convening a literacy workgroup to identify strategies, materials, screeners, and training to improve reading outcomes

Special Meeting

The SFUSD Board of Education will discuss and decide remaining critical decisions for the superintendent search, including confidentiality of candidate names, community engagement methods, an updated search timeline, use of paper surveys, translation services, number of first-round interviews (8-10 candidates), travel expense coverage, scope of background checks, salary parameters, and residency expectations. The meeting is a special virtual session with public comment available.

• Decide whether semi-finalist names will be made public
• Confirm updated search calendar with earlier deadlines (application deadline Feb 18, 2022)
• Determine whether to use paper survey in addition to online survey
• Decide if board will cover travel expenses for candidates
• Set salary parameters and residency expectations for superintendent

Special Meeting

This special meeting is informational only. The board discusses the proposed expenditure plan for the Educator Effectiveness Block Grant, the FY 2021-22 First Interim Report and multi-year projections, and the FY 2022-23 Zero Based Budgeting framework. Final approval of these items is scheduled for the December 14 regular meeting.

• Educator Effectiveness Block Grant proposed expenditure plan (discussion only; approval Dec 14)
• FY 2021-22 First Interim Report and multi-year projections (informational; final approval Dec 14)
• FY 2022-23 Zero Based Budgeting presentation (informational; part of series leading to Dec 14 adoption)
• Budget certification: positive if budget plan approved, otherwise qualified
• District must submit items to California Department of Education by December 15, 2021

Augmented Rules, Policy and Legislation Committee

The Augmented Rules, Policy and Legislation Committee will discuss the district's current translation and interpretation practices and review a draft board policy (Board Policy 5023). The committee will also consider adopting positions on SFUSD's 2022 state legislative priorities, covering funding, special education, teacher shortage, digital equity, and early care and education.

• Discussion and review of the district's translation and interpretation practices, including a six-year budget report and draft Board Policy 5023
• Consideration and possible adoption of positions on SFUSD's 2022 state legislative priorities
• Legislative priorities include securing adequate funding, serving students with disabilities, providing teachers, increasing internet connectivity, stabilizing funding for low-income students, and supporting early care and education
• Meeting held virtually due to COVID-19 public health emergency, with public comment via Zoom

Augmented Budget and Business Services Committee

The Budget and Business Services Committee will receive an update on the Fiscal Year 2022-23 Zero Based Budgeting process, including information on Proposition G litigation and anticipated revenues. The district faces a projected $125 million operating budget deficit and must adopt a balancing plan by December 14, 2021. No votes are scheduled at this committee meeting.

• Discussion of $125 million projected operating budget deficit for FY 2022-23
• Update on Proposition G litigation as a potential new funding source
• Review of proposed budget balancing plan and tradeoffs
• Zero-Based Budgeting process to prioritize core services, district priorities, and service enhancements

Special Meeting

The San Francisco Unified School District Board of Education will hold a special virtual meeting. The board will meet in closed session to confer with legal counsel regarding existing litigation in the case Friends of Lowell Foundation et al. v. San Francisco Board of Education. After closed session, the board will reconvene in public session to report on actions taken and vote on student expulsion matters.

• Closed session conference with legal counsel re existing litigation: Friends of Lowell Foundation et al. v. San Francisco Board of Education (Case CPF-21-517445)
• Vote on student expulsion matters after reconvening to public session
• Meeting held virtually due to COVID-19 public health emergency

Augmented Buildings, Grounds, and Services Committee

The Augmented Buildings, Grounds, and Services Committee of the SFUSD Board of Education will meet virtually on November 22, 2021. The only substantive item is an information presentation on the Mission Bay school project, covering design progress, environmental impact report completion, land transfer, and site remediation expected in early 2022. No action items are on the agenda.

• Status update on the design and delivery of the Mission Bay school project, including EIR completion, land transfer, and site remediation timeline
• Presentation by Chief Facilities Officer Dawn Kamalanathan

Augmented Ad Hoc Committee on Personnel Matters, Labor Relations and Affordability

This ad hoc committee meeting is primarily procedural, covering virtual attendance logistics and public comment rules. The committee will also receive an information presentation on diversity goals, current staffing levels, and recruitment strategies for the 2021-22 school year. No votes or policy decisions are scheduled.

• Information presentation on diversity goals and current staffing for certificated and administrative roles

Augmented Budget and Business Services Committee

The Budget and Business Services Committee will receive a presentation on the district's zero-based budgeting process to address a projected $125 million operating budget deficit in FY 2022-23. This informational item is part of a series leading to adoption of a budget balancing plan on December 14, 2021. No votes are taken at this meeting.

• Fiscal Year 2022-23 Zero Based Budgeting presentation covering $125 million deficit and multi-year projections

Special Meeting

This special meeting of the SFUSD Board of Education is solely dedicated to planning the superintendent search process. The board will discuss search confidentiality, community engagement, a survey, candidate criteria, timeline, and other logistics with consultant HYA.

• Discussion of confidential vs. open search and community engagement methods
• Determination of online survey options and translation languages
• Setting a proposed calendar from November 2021 through July 2022 start date
• Discussion of compensation range, residency expectations, and background checks
• Decisions on advertising, candidate travel reimbursement, and internal candidate process

Augmented Ad Hoc Committee on Student Assignment

The Augmented Ad Hoc Committee on Student Assignment will hear a staff presentation on implementing Board Policy 5101.2, a new zone-based assignment system for elementary schools. The discussion covers policy background, project updates, fall community engagement, and draft zone development. The policy prioritizes diversity, predictability, and proximity in school assignments.

• Implementing Board Policy 5101.2 for zone-based elementary student assignment
• Staff presentation on policy background and project updates
• Update on fall 2021 community engagement
• Drafting elementary school zones using community input
• Public comment and board discussion

Regular Meeting

The SFUSD Board of Education will hear an update on the implementation of Resolution No. 183-13A1, which supports equitable services for Hawaiian and Pacific Islander students, with a focus on a PreK-14 pathway for Samoan students. The meeting also includes routine items such as approval of minutes, reports from the superintendent and student delegates, and public comment.

• Update on Fa'aSamoa Initiative from Resolution No. 183-13A1 supporting Hawaiian and Pacific Islander students
• Parent Advisory Council report to the Board
• Approval of Board minutes from October 26, 2021
• Recognitions and resolutions of commendation
• RAVE awards recognizing employees

Augmented Curriculum and Program Committee - PLEASE NOTE: THIS MEETING WILL NOT TAKE PLACE

This Augmented Curriculum and Program Committee meeting of the San Francisco Unified School District Board of Education, scheduled for November 8, 2021, will not take place. The agenda contains only procedural items and no substantive business.

Augmented Budget and Business Services Committee

The Augmented Budget and Business Services Committee will review the 2019‑20 Public Education Enrichment Fund audit, discuss the Medi‑Cal billing resolution update, and hear a presentation on Other Post‑Employment Benefits (OPEB) liabilities and projections. No formal decisions are indicated; the items are presented as information for the Board.

• Review of 2019‑20 Public Education Enrichment Fund audit showing budget transfers exceeded the approved spending plan
• Update on Medi‑Cal Resolution 212‑23A adopted February 23, 2021
• Presentation on OPEB liability, current investments, and projected unfunded amounts
• Notice of virtual meeting with ADA accommodations and translation services
• General information item on meeting logistics and public comment procedures

Special Meeting: Committee of the Whole

The Board of Education will discuss a zero-based budgeting process intended to prioritize spending and address an estimated $125 million operating deficit for Fiscal Year 2022-23. This meeting serves as part of a series of discussions leading up to the final budget balancing plan review in December.

• Discussion of Fiscal Year 2022-23 Zero Based Budgeting
• Review of initial $125 million operating budget deficit proposal
• Closed session regarding student expulsions
• Closed session regarding public employee discipline/dismissal
• Closed session regarding anticipated litigation and legal counsel

Augmented Rules, Policy and Legislation Committee

The Augmented Rules, Policy and Legislation Committee will vote on adopting the SFUSD's state legislative priorities for the 2022 California legislative session. The committee will also conduct second readings and consider approval of three board policies: independent study (BP 6102.6), child care and development (BP 5148), and meetings and notices (BRP 9320). The meeting is held virtually due to the COVID-19 public health emergency.

• Adopt SFUSD State Legislative Priorities 2022, including funding, teacher support, and digital divide
• Second reading of Board Policy 6102.6 on independent study, updated per AB 167 for quarantine/isolation
• Second reading of Board Policy 5148 on child care and development, updating administrative oversight and complaint processes
• Second reading of Board Rule and Procedure 9320 on meetings and notices, reflecting remote teleconferencing changes
• All items are action items with no fiscal impact except legislative priorities (also no fiscal impact listed)

Regular Meeting

The San Francisco Unified School District Board of Education will convene for a regular meeting on October 26, 2021. Agenda items include approval of minutes from previous meetings, reports from the superintendent and student delegates, recognitions, and a report from the African American Parent Advisory Council. The meeting is held virtually due to COVID-19.

• Approval of board minutes from four prior meetings (Oct 5, 12, 14, 2021 and July 1, 2020)
• Report from the African American Parent Advisory Council (AAPAC) on activities and 2021-22 goals
• RAVE Awards recognizing Monroe Elementary teacher June Ho and Roosevelt Middle School teacher Brian Chang

Augmented Curriculum and Program Committee

This Augmented Curriculum and Program Committee meeting has no action items and consists of two informational presentations: Summer Programs 2021 participation data and an overview of SFUSD's dyslexia supports for Tiers 1, 2, and 3. No votes or decisions will be taken.

• Presentation on Summer 2021 program participation data
• Update on UCSF Dyslexia Center partnership and SFUSD dyslexia supports across three tiers
• No action items on the agenda

NOTICE OF CONTINUANCE OF THE TUESDAY, OCTOBER 12, 2021, REGULAR BOARD MEETING TO 7:30 P.M. ON THURSDAY, OCTOBER 14, 2021

The SFUSD Board of Education meeting originally scheduled for October 12 has been continued to October 14 at 7:30 p.m. Only items not heard during the October 12 meeting will be addressed at this session.

• Approval of September 28, 2021 Board minutes
• Resolution of Commendation for a District employee
• Superintendent's Report
• Student Delegates' Report
• Recognizing All Valuable Employees (RAVE) Awards

Special Meeting

The SFUSD Board of Education is deciding which of three executive search firms will lead the search for the next district superintendent. The board will also direct staff to negotiate a professional services agreement with the selected firm. The meeting is scheduled as a virtual session due to the public health emergency.

• Interview and selection of a superintendent search firm
• Three finalist firms: Hazard, Young, Attea and Associates; Ray and Associates, Inc.; Leadership Associates
• Board direction to negotiate a professional services agreement with the selected firm
• Virtual meeting format and public comment procedures for the October 14, 2021 special session

Regular Meeting

The SFUSD Board of Education will hold a virtual regular meeting with mostly procedural items. The board will vote to approve minutes from September 28, 2021, and a resolution of commendation for a district employee. No substantive policy or financial decisions are on the agenda.

• Approval of Board Minutes - September 28, 2021
• Resolution of Commendation for a District Employee
• Parent Advisory Council report
• RAVE Awards recognition
• Public comment on non-agenda items

Augmented Budget and Business Services Committee

The Augmented Budget and Business Services Committee will discuss and vote on two bond resolutions: up to $284,250,000 in new general obligation bonds from 2016's Measure A, and up to $145,000,000 in refunding bonds to lower interest rates. The committee will also review a fiscal impact analysis of a proposed Roadmap to COVID Recovery resolution. These items are recommended for second reading and approval by the full Board of Education.

• Resolution 219-28A1: authorize sale of up to $284,250,000 in GO bonds (Prop A 2016)
• Resolution 219-28A2: authorize sale of up to $145,000,000 in refunding GO bonds
• Resolution 218-31A1: fiscal impact analysis of Roadmap to COVID Recovery in SFUSD
• Committee meeting held virtually due to COVID-19 public health emergency

Special Meeting

The SFUSD Board of Education will hold a public hearing and vote on a resolution declaring sufficient textbooks and instructional materials as required by state law. The board will also receive an informational presentation on a $100 million operating budget deficit for FY 2022-23 and the district's zero-based budgeting process to balance the budget. Closed session items include existing litigation, anticipated litigation, and labor negotiations with multiple employee unions.

• Public hearing and approval of resolution on sufficiency of textbooks and instructional materials (Education Code Section 60119)
• Presentation on FY 2022-23 zero-based budgeting to address over $100 million operating deficit
• Closed session: existing litigation cases (NA v. SFUSD; Linda Cooks v. SFUSD; George Washington Alumni Assoc. v. SFUSD)
• Closed session: anticipated litigation and initiation of litigation
• Closed session: conference with labor negotiators for multiple employee organizations

Augmented Rules, Policy and Legislation Committee

The committee will consider adopting Board Policy 4113 on certificated personnel assignment, which sets requirements for monitoring teacher assignments, reporting mis-assignments, and using Williams Uniform Complaint Procedures. The policy was previously heard on August 30, 2021, and revised with clarifying language from Education Code section 44865. Additionally, the committee will adopt district positions on selected state and federal legislative proposals.

• Legislative overview – committee to adopt district positions on selected state and federal proposals
• Board Policy 4113 – new policy on certificated employee assignment and monitoring
• Policy revised with language clarifying teacher assignment under Education Code section 44865
• Williams Uniform Complaint Procedures to address teacher mis-assignment complaints

Regular Meeting

The San Francisco Unified School District Board held a virtual regular meeting on September 28, 2021. It approved the minutes from the September 14 meeting, heard the Superintendent's and Student Delegates' reports, and recognized staff and community members. The Board also confirmed appointments of Havah Kelley and Marisol Martinez to the Community Advisory Committee for Special Education for two‑year terms beginning August 1, 2021.

• Approve Board minutes from September 14, 2021
• Superintendent's Report (information only)
• RAVE Awards recognizing Grace Gould and Cadi Poile
• Public comment period limited to 30 minutes
• Confirm appointment of Havah Kelley and Marisol Martinez to CAC for Special Education

Augmented Buildings, Grounds, and Services Committee

The committee will receive status updates on three information items: physical site conditions at Buena Vista Horace Mann, preparations for in-person operations including portable air cleaners and administrative office surveys, and the implementation of the 2016 General Obligation Bond. No action items are scheduled for a vote. The meeting is virtual due to COVID-19.

• Status update on complaints about physical site conditions at Buena Vista Horace Mann and planning for a full modernization project
• Update on distributing portable air cleaners and surveying administrative office buildings for in-person operations
• Status of the 2016 General Obligation Bond program including completed and deferred projects and financial summary
• No action items are listed on the agenda

Augmented Ad Hoc Committee on Student Assignment

The Augmented Ad Hoc Committee on Student Assignment will receive a staff presentation reviewing the Board's goals and key features of a new zone-based student assignment policy for elementary schools, including confirming a two-year implementation timeline. The committee will also discuss plans for community input before drafting elementary zones and preliminary research on an equity tiebreaker. No action items are scheduled; this is an information and discussion session.

• Staff presentation on new zone-based student assignment policy for elementary schools
• Confirmation of a two-year implementation timeline
• Discussion of community input plans before drafting elementary zones
• Review of preliminary research on an equity tiebreaker
• Public comment period of 20 minutes and board discussion of 55 minutes

Special Meeting

The San Francisco Board of Education will vote on fall budget revisions for the 2021-22 school year, including consolidating and reassigning certificated employees to fill vacancies and save about $5 million. The board will also consider appointments to the Equity Audit Action Plan Committee, established in response to systemic racism concerns at Lowell High School. The meeting is entirely virtual due to the COVID-19 public health emergency.

• Approve fall budget revisions consolidating certificated employees and saving approximately $5 million from the Unrestricted General Fund
• Reassign staff to fill classroom vacancies amid a staffing shortage and a decline of about 1,200 enrolled students
• Appointments of community members to the Equity Audit Action Plan Committee
• District faces a FY 2022-23 budget deficit estimated at $100 million and is on Qualified Status with the California Department of Education

Special Meeting

The Board of Education will receive an in-depth presentation from the California School Boards Association regarding the Brown Act. Additionally, the Board is asked to approve several community member appointments to the Equity Audit Action Plan Committee.

• Presentation from the California School Boards Association (CSBA) on the Brown Act
• Appointments of 24 community members to the Equity Audit Action Plan Committee

Regular Meeting

This is a regular board meeting with largely procedural items. The board will vote to approve minutes from two previous meetings, hear reports from the superintendent and student delegates, and receive advisory committee updates including the Parent Advisory Council report and appointments to the Equity Audit Advisory Committee. Public comment is scheduled. The meeting is held virtually due to the COVID-19 public health emergency.

• Approval of minutes for Special Meeting August 31, 2021 and Regular Meeting August 24, 2021
• Parent Advisory Council (PAC) report to the board
• Appointments to the Equity Audit Advisory Committee (information item)
• Recognitions and Resolutions of Commendation for individuals or groups
• RAVE (Recognizing All Valuable Employees) Awards

Augmented Curriculum and Program Committee

The committee is reviewing a proposed roadmap to ensure schools have necessary safety measures for in-person instruction. The plan includes directives for air quality, testing protocols, and support for outdoor space usage.

• 218-31A1 - Roadmap to COVID Recovery at SFUSD
• Proposal for HEPA filtration goals of 4-6 Air Changes per Hour (ACH)
• Proposed weekly PCR testing and on-demand antigen testing at all sites
• Plan for increased staffing for lunch, custodial, food nutrition, and security

Augmented Budget and Business Services Committee

The San Francisco Unified School District's Augmented Budget and Business Services Committee meets virtually. No action items are scheduled. The committee will receive informational updates on the FY 2021-22 budget and a preview of the FY 2022-23 zero-based budgeting process.

• FY 2021-22 Budget and Business Services Calendar
• FY 2021-22 Budget Update
• FY 2022-23 Zero Based Budgeting Overview

Special Meeting

The San Francisco Unified School District Board will consider Resolution 218-31A1, the Roadmap to COVID Recovery, for first reading and assignment to a committee. The resolution directs the Superintendent to develop plans for air filtration, testing, staffing, and other safety measures to support in‑person learning. The meeting is held virtually with Zoom and phone options, and ADA accommodations and translation services are offered. The Board will also conduct public comment before adjourning.

• Resolution 218-31A1 – Roadmap to COVID Recovery (first reading & committee assignment)
• ADA accommodations request phone: (415) 355-7364
• Translation services provided throughout the meeting
• Virtual meeting via Zoom (Webinar ID 880 9122 4561, password 119445) and phone line (669) 900‑9128
• Adjournment

Augmented Rules, Policy and Legislation Committee

The Augmented Rules, Policy and Legislation Committee will consider and take action on district positions for selected legislative proposals. The committee will also vote on second readings of two new board policies: one on infectious diseases (BP 5141.22) and one on certificated personnel assignment (BP 4113). The meeting is held virtually due to the COVID-19 public health emergency.

• Consideration of district positions on selected state legislative proposals
• Second reading and adoption of Board Policy 5141.22 on infectious diseases, based on CSBA model language
• Second reading and adoption of Board Policy 4113 on certificated personnel assignment, addressing teacher mis-assignment and vacancy
• All board members may participate but only committee members vote

Regular Meeting

The San Francisco Board of Education will receive an update on the search for a new superintendent after Dr. Matthews announced his retirement. The process includes issuing a Request for Qualifications for executive search firms, with interviews scheduled for October 12, 2021. No votes or decisions are scheduled.

• Update regarding the superintendent search process, including timeline for selecting a search firm

Special Meeting

The SFUSD Board of Education will consider approving a Software Subscription and Support Services Agreement with Edgenuity Inc. for a pilot Online Demand Learning Program providing asynchronous instruction to grades 6-12. The item has a fiscal impact and is budgeted. The meeting is held virtually due to the COVID-19 public health emergency.

• Vote on Software Subscription and Support Services Agreement with Edgenuity Inc. for a pilot Online Demand Learning Program (grades 6-12)
• Budget source: 01-90795-2022-1110-1000-5803-888
• Fiscal impact noted, budgeted

Augmented Buildings, Grounds, and Services Committee

This augmented committee meeting of the SFUSD Board of Education includes no action items and only informational updates. Members will hear from staff on preparing school sites for in-person learning, capital planning for 2021-2022, and the status of transportation services and routing for the upcoming school year.

• Facilities Division update on preparing sites for in-person learning
• Update on SFUSD capital planning for 2021-2022
• Status update on transportation services and routing system for 2021-2022 school year

Special Meeting

This is a special meeting of the SFUSD Board of Education. The board will meet in closed session to discuss existing and anticipated litigation, employee discipline/dismissal, and labor negotiations with multiple unions. After closed session, the board will reconvene to report on closed session actions and vote on student expulsion matters. The meeting is virtual due to COVID-19.

• Conference with legal counsel on existing litigation (6 cases, including UESF v. SFUSD and George Washington Alumni Assoc. v. SFUSD)
• Conference with legal counsel on anticipated litigation (8 student cases)
• Public employee discipline/dismissal discussion
• Conference with labor negotiators for multiple employee organizations (UESF, SEIU, UASF, IBEW, and others)
• Vote on student expulsion matters in public session

Special Meeting

This special meeting of the SFUSD Board of Education is primarily informational. The board will receive a presentation from the California School Boards Association on the Brown Act, California's open meeting law. The agenda also includes a period for public comment. No votes or decisions on policies or contracts are scheduled.

• Presentation from CSBA on the Brown Act (open meeting law)
• Public comment period on agenda items
• Virtual meeting format with remote participation instructions
• ADA accommodations and translation services available

Regular Meeting

This meeting is largely procedural, including approval of minutes from June 22, 2021, and recognition of employees. The main discussion item is an information update on preparations for the fall 2021-2022 school year, covering health and safety, facilities, and other program efforts. No votes on substantive policy changes are scheduled.

• Fall 2021-2022 school opening update, including health and safety and facilities (discussion item)
• Approval of Board minutes from June 22, 2021
• Recognitions and resolutions of commendation for individuals or groups
• RAVE awards for employees
• Public comment on non-agenda items and consent calendar protocol

Augmented Curriculum and Program Committee

The Augmented Curriculum and Program Committee will receive two informational presentations: results of a music education audit by The Mr. Holland’s Opus Foundation and an update on SFUSD's Arts & Creativity 2025 Arts Equity Plan. No action items are scheduled; the meeting is for discussion only. Public comment is available via Zoom or phone.

• Presentation of Mr. Holland’s Opus Foundation Music Education District Support Services Music Education Audit Results
• Presentation of Arts & Creativity 2025: SFUSD's Arts Equity Plan
• No action items on the agenda
• Meeting held virtually during COVID-19 public health emergency
• Interpretation provided in Chinese, Spanish, and other languages

Augmented Budget and Business Services Committee PLEASE NOTE: THIS MEETING WILL NOT TAKE PLACE

This meeting of the Augmented Budget and Business Services Committee did not take place. The agenda contained only procedural information about virtual meeting access and accommodations, with no action or information items for discussion.

• No items were scheduled for decision or discussion; the meeting was cancelled.

Special Meeting: Committee of the Whole PLEASE NOTE: THIS MEETING WILL NOT TAKE PLACE

This special meeting of the San Francisco Unified School District Board of Education as a Committee of the Whole did not take place as noted. It was scheduled for informal debate and possible recommendations on a closed session and votes on student expulsion matters and employment contracts for unrepresented chief executive employees.

• Closed session under Board Rule and Government Code
• Vote on student expulsion matters in open session
• Vote on employment contracts for unrepresented chief executive employees (action item)

Augmented Rules, Policy and Legislation Committee PLEASE NOTE: THIS MEETING WILL NOT TAKE PLACE

This Augmented Rules, Policy and Legislation Committee meeting was cancelled and did not take place. The agenda included proposed action on a legislative overview, a new infectious diseases policy, and a new certificated personnel assignment policy, but no votes or discussions occurred.

• Legislative overview and district positions on selected proposals (no action taken due to cancellation)
• Board Policy 5141.22 on infectious diseases, first reading and committee assignment (not considered)
• Board Policy 4113 on certificated personnel assignment, first reading and committee assignment (not considered)

Special Meeting - PLEASE NOTE: THIS MEETING HAS BEEN CANCELLED. TO BE RESCHEDULED AT A LATER DATE.

The San Francisco Unified School District special meeting scheduled for July 7, 2021 was cancelled and will be rescheduled. It was to include an in‑person presentation by the California School Boards Association on the Brown Act and a public comment period. All participants were required to wear masks per OSHA guidelines.

• Presentation by California School Boards Association on the Brown Act
• OSHA‑mandated mask requirement for all participants
• Public comment period scheduled
• In‑person training for the Board of Education and Superintendent

Special Meeting

This special meeting consists almost entirely of a closed session to discuss student grade challenge appeals, employee discipline, anticipated and existing litigation (including 11 student cases and 4 other cases), and labor negotiations with multiple unions. After closed session, the board will reconvene publicly to report any actions taken, then adjourn.

• Closed session: conference with legal counsel on student matters (grade challenge appeal)
• Closed session: public employee discipline/dismissal release (1 matter)
• Closed session: anticipated litigation (11 student cases against SFUSD)
• Closed session: existing litigation (4 cases including Hearth v. SFUSD and Doe v. SFUSD)
• Closed session: labor negotiations with multiple employee organizations (including UESF, SEIU, UASF)

Regular Meeting

The San Francisco Board of Education will hear a presentation on the district's return to in-person learning. The board will also vote on approving minutes from previous meetings and appointing six members to the Parent Advisory Council. The meeting is virtual due to COVID-19.

• Discussion of Return to In Person Learning Update
• Appointment of Amy Lee, Mari Villaluna, Phyra McCandless, Michelle Chan, Selena Chu, and Iris Ma (alternate) to the Parent Advisory Council for two-year terms starting July 1, 2021
• Approval of board minutes from April 6 and March 25, 2021 meetings
• Community Advisory Committee for Special Education report
• Recognitions and Resolutions of Commendation

Special Meeting: Committee of the Whole

The SFUSD Board of Education is meeting as a Committee of the Whole to discuss three informational items: the Public Education Enrichment Fund expenditure plan for 2021-2022, the FY2021-2024 Local Control Accountability Plan, and the FY2021-2022 recommended budget. No formal action will be taken; the board may make recommendations for future board consideration.

• Superintendent's Proposal 215-25Sp1: Public Education Enrichment Fund Expenditure Plan for 2021-2022, including PEEF CAC recommendations
• Superintendent's Proposal 216-8Sp1: FY2021-2024 Local Control Accountability Plan (LCAP)
• Superintendent's Proposal 216-8Sp2: FY2021-2022 Recommended Budget for SFUSD and County Office of Education
• Virtual meeting procedures and ADA accommodations for remote participation

Special Meeting

The San Francisco Unified School District Board of Education will meet in a virtual special session on June 10, 2021. The public portion provides virtual attendance information and ADA accommodations. In closed session, the Board will discuss a public employee discipline/dismissal release, anticipated litigation involving several student lawsuits and union grievances, existing litigation (EIR v. SFUSD), and a conference with labor negotiators representing multiple unions.

• Public employee discipline/dismissal release discussion (closed session)
• Conference with legal counsel on anticipated litigation (Student BY v. SFUSD, Student CJ v. SFUSD, Student RF v. SFUSD, SEIU grievance, UASF grievance)
• Conference with legal counsel on existing litigation (EIR v. SFUSD, OAH Case No. 2021020658)
• Conference with labor negotiators (United Educators of San Francisco, SEIU Local 1021, and other unions)
• Virtual meeting logistics and ADA accommodations (Zoom link, phone number (669) 900‑9128, password 277885)

Regular Meeting

The San Francisco Unified School District Board will approve the May 25 meeting minutes and hear reports from the superintendent, student delegates, and the Parent Advisory Council. It will discuss returning to in‑person learning and review transportation plans with SFMTA. The meeting also includes recognitions, scholarship announcements, and a public comment period.

• Approve Board minutes from May 25, 2021
• Return to In‑Person Learning discussion (information update)
• SFMTA – Muni transportation to school presentation
• Recognition of scholarships and RAVE employee awards
• Public comment protocol and open comment period

Augmented Rules, Policy and Legislation Committee

The Augmented Rules, Policy and Legislation Committee will consider and take action on multiple board policy amendments and a legislative overview. Items include updates to dual enrollment, certification, uniform complaint procedures, immunizations, and sexual harassment policy. The committee will also vote on district positions on selected legislative proposals, including San Francisco Proposition I and the Universal School Meals Act. The meeting is virtual due to COVID-19.

• Legislative overview: committee to adopt district positions on selected proposals, including SF Proposition I and Universal School Meals Act
• Board Policy 6172.1 amendment on dual enrollment in college classes, authorizing College and Career Access Pathway Agreement with City College of San Francisco
• New Board Policy 4112.2 on certification requiring appropriate credentials from Commission on Teacher Credentialing
• New Board Policy 5141.31 on immunizations requiring records for entering students and 7th graders
• Amended Board Policy 4034 on sexual harassment to reflect updated federal Title IX regulations

Augmented Budget and Business Services Committee

The Augmented Budget and Business Services Committee will hear informational reports on enrollment trends, the FY 2021-22 budget update (including May Revise, revenue, school reopening, and budget scenarios), the LCAP stakeholder engagement process, and an update on the EmpowerSF project with an Infosys contract amendment. No action items are scheduled; the meeting is purely informational.

• FY 2021-22 Budget Update covering May Revise, revenue update, school reopening, and budget scenarios
• Enrollment Trends report
• LCAP (Local Control Accountability Plan) stakeholder engagement and approval process update
• EmpowerSF Project Update and Infosys Contract Amendment
• FY 2020-21 Budget and Business Services Committee Calendar

Regular Meeting

The San Francisco Unified School District Board of Education holds its regular meeting virtually. The board will receive a report on the Local Control Accountability Plan (LCAP) with recommendations from the Parent Advisory Council, District English Learners Advisory Committee, African American Parent Advisory Council, and Community Advisory Committee for Special Education. Other items include approval of board minutes, appointments to the Child Care Planning and Advisory Council, and recognitions of scholarships and employees.

• Report on LCAP recommendations from PAC, DELAC, AAPAC, and CAC
• Appointment of members to the Child Care Planning and Advisory Council (CPAC)
• Approval of Board Minutes from May 11, 2021
• Announcement of scholarships awarded by UASF, UESF, TACT, LATA, and others
• RAVE Distinguished Service Awards to Cynthia Vaughn, Kashina Turner Pierce, Stephen Kesel, Christina Mei-Yue Wong, and Raquel Wells

Special Meeting

The Board of Education will consider adopting amendments to Board Policy 6146.1, High School Graduation Requirements, to allow seniors in the Class of 2021 who have been negatively impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic to voluntarily opt to graduate under Plan 3 (state minimum requirements) instead of Plan 1 (a-g requirements). The policy also includes language to permit juniors in the Class of 2022 to graduate under Plan 3 if the California legislature adopts AB 104. The board will also hold closed sessions to discuss public employee discipline and anticipated and existing litigation.

• Adopt amendments to BP 6146.1 allowing Class of 2021 seniors to opt for Plan 3 graduation requirements instead of Plan 1 due to COVID-19 impact
• Closed session on public employee discipline/dismissal/release
• Closed session on anticipated litigation: Student HS v. SFUSD and Student JT v. SFUSD
• Closed session to discuss a May 10, 2021 letter from Christine Linnenbach regarding Brown Act violations
• Closed session on existing litigation: Zegart v. SFUSD (WCAB Case No. ADJ13522456)

Augmented Budget and Business Services Committee - Postponed from May 5, 2021

The Augmented Budget and Business Services Committee, postponed from May 5, 2021, will meet virtually. No action items are scheduled; the committee will receive information updates on the Public Education Enrichment Fund (PEEF) expenditure plan, the committee's calendar, school reopening, and revenue.

• PEEF (Public Education Enrichment Fund) Expenditure Plan Update (information item)
• FY 2020-21 Budget and Business Services Committee Calendar (standing information item)
• School Reopening Update (standing information item)
• Revenue Updates (standing information item)

Regular Meeting

This is a regular meeting of the San Francisco Unified School District Board of Education. The board will receive an update on the district's spring reopening and status of students returning to in-person learning. Other agenda items include approval of minutes, reports from the superintendent and student delegates, recognitions, and a report from the Charter School Oversight Committee. The meeting is virtual due to COVID-19.

• Status update on return to in-person learning
• Approval of minutes from February 2, 2021 special meeting
• Recognition of National School Lunch Shero & Hero Day and commendation for SFUSD dining staff
• Charter School Oversight Committee report
• RAVE awards recognition

Augmented Budget and Business Services Committee - PLEASE NOTE: THIS MEETING HAS BEEN POSTPONED

This Augmented Budget and Business Services Committee meeting of the San Francisco Unified School District Board of Education was postponed. The agenda included informational updates on the FY 2020-21 committee calendar, school reopening, revenue, and the Public Education Enrichment Fund expenditure plan, but no action items were scheduled.

• FY 2020-21 Budget and Business Services Committee Calendar (informational)
• School Reopening Update (informational)
• Revenue Updates (informational)
• PEEF (Public Education Enrichment Fund) Expenditure Plan Update (informational)
• No action items were on the agenda

Special Meeting: Committee of the Whole

This is a special meeting of the SFUSD Board of Education convened as a Committee of the Whole for informal debate and discussion; no formal action can be taken. The board will receive a budget update on learning recovery funds, an overview of the Citizens' Bond Oversight Committee, and consider a resolution prioritizing classroom instructional spending. The board will also hold closed sessions on anticipated and existing litigation, public employee discipline, and labor negotiations.

• Budget update regarding Learning Recovery Funds
• Informational overview on the Citizens' Bond Oversight Committee
• Resolution 212-9A1 establishing classroom instructional spending as a priority (commissioners Matt Alexander and Mark Sanchez)
• Closed session: conference with legal counsel on existing litigation in Friends of Lowell Foundation v. SFUSD
• Closed session: conference with labor negotiators for multiple employee organizations

Augmented Rules, Policy and Legislation Committee - PLEASE NOTE: THIS MEETING WILL NOT TAKE PLACE

The Augmented Rules, Policy and Legislation Committee meeting scheduled for May 3, 2021, will not take place, as noted in the agenda. No action or information items were listed for discussion. The meeting is cancelled, so no decisions or proposals will be considered.

• Meeting explicitly marked as 'PLEASE NOTE: THIS MEETING WILL NOT TAKE PLACE'
• No action items or information items listed beyond general accessibility and teleconference notices

Special Meeting

The SFUSD Board of Education will hold a virtual special meeting on April 22, 2021, to discuss and decide on potential revisions to five board rules and procedures that govern board governance, meeting conduct, and self-evaluation. The agenda also lists closed sessions to address public employee discipline, conferences with legal counsel regarding existing and anticipated litigation, and labor negotiations with multiple employee organizations. The board will reconvene in public session to report on closed session actions before adjourning.

• Discussion and decision on revisions to Board Rules and Procedures 9005, 9200, 9322, 9323, and 9400
• Closed session on public employee discipline or dismissal
• Closed session conference with legal counsel on existing litigation involving Abraham Lincoln and George Washington High School alumni associations
• Closed session conference with legal counsel on anticipated litigation involving students NM, KW, and QT
• Closed session conference with labor negotiators for unions including United Educators of San Francisco and Service Employees International Union Local 1021

Regular Meeting

The SFUSD Board of Education will elect a new Vice President after removing Commissioner Collins on March 25, 2021. The meeting also includes approval of March 9 board minutes, reports from the superintendent and student delegates, recognition awards for staff, and public comment periods. The agenda is largely procedural with one action item.

• Election of Vice President of the Board of Education for remainder of 2021 term (action item)
• Approval of board minutes from March 9, 2021
• RAVE Distinguished Service Awards to Pirette McKamey (Mission High School) and Amy Whitcomb (Sunnyside Elementary School)

Special Meeting: Committee of the Whole - PLEASE NOTE: THIS MEETING WILL NOT TAKE PLACE

This special meeting of the San Francisco Unified School District Board of Education Committee of the Whole was scheduled for April 13, 2021, but the agenda explicitly states it will not take place. The agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and a planned vote on employment contracts for unrepresented chief executive employees, but no meeting occurred.

Augmented Curriculum and Program Committee - PLEASE NOTE: THIS MEETING WILL NOT TAKE PLACE

This meeting of the San Francisco Unified School District's Augmented Curriculum and Program Committee will not take place. The agenda contains only procedural information regarding accessibility and teleconference protocols.

Special Meeting

The San Francisco Unified School District Board of Education will hold a special meeting on April 8, 2021, primarily in closed session to discuss existing and anticipated litigation, including a lawsuit related to Lowell High School's admissions process. The board will also consider appointments of assistant principals and a personnel discipline matter. After closed session, the board will reconvene publicly to report any actions taken.

• Closed session conference on three existing lawsuits: Foster v. SFUSD, Collins v. SFUSD, and First Student v. SFUSD
• Anticipated litigation discussion regarding a March 18, 2021 letter from Harmeet Dhillon on the Lowell Admissions Process
• Public employee appointment for assistant principals
• Public employee discipline/dismissal release
• Closed session action report to be read in public session

Augmented Budget and Business Services Committee

This is an information-only meeting of the SFUSD Augmented Budget and Business Services Committee. No action items are scheduled. The committee will receive updates on the FY 2020-21 budget, including school reopening expenses, revenue projections, learning recovery funding, and zero-based budgeting. It will also review the development of the 2021-24 Local Control and Accountability Plan (LCAP).

• FY 2020-21 budget updates: school reopening expenses, revenue initiatives, learning recovery funding, zero-based budgeting
• 2021-24 LCAP (Local Control and Accountability Plan) development update
• FY 2020-21 Budget and Business Services Committee Calendar presented as a standing item
• No action items; all items are for information only

Regular Meeting

The San Francisco Unified School District Board will approve the March 23, 2021 board minutes and hear the Superintendent's and Student Delegates' reports. It will consider recognitions, commendations, and the RAVE employee awards. The Board will open a 30‑minute public comment period. Finally, the Board will vote to appoint Bree Mawhorter to the Independent Citizen's Bond Oversight Committee for Proposition A.

• Approve Board minutes from March 23, 2021
• Superintendent's Report (information item)
• Recognitions and Resolutions of Commendation
• Appointment of Bree Mawhorter to the Independent Citizen's Bond Oversight Committee (no fiscal impact)
• 30‑minute public comment period

Augmented Rules, Policy and Legislation Committee

The Augmented Rules, Policy and Legislation Committee will discuss and vote on the district's official positions on selected legislative proposals, including AB 932 and SB 767. The meeting is held virtually due to the COVID-19 public health emergency. Non-committee board members may participate but not vote.

• Consideration and action on district positions for state legislative proposals
• Discussion of AB 932 and SB 767 (specific bills attached)
• MPN presentation to the Board of Education
• Virtual meeting format with remote public comment instructions

Augmented Buildings, Grounds, and Services Committee

The Augmented Buildings, Grounds, and Services Committee will hear four information items: developing a new start time for Fall 2021, facilities preparation for in-person learning, a capital planning condition assessment, and recruitment for the General Obligation Bond Oversight Committee. No action items are scheduled. The meeting is held virtually due to the COVID-19 public health emergency.

• Developing New Start Time for Fall 2021
• Facilities Prep for In Person Learning Update
• Capital Planning Condition Assessment Update
• Recruitment for General Obligation Bond Oversight Committee Membership Update

Special Meeting

The San Francisco Unified School District Board of Education is holding a special virtual meeting to consider suspending board rules to immediately vote on a resolution of no confidence and removal of Commissioner Collins from her vice-president position and committee memberships. The board will also meet in closed session to discuss employee discipline, labor negotiations with multiple unions, existing litigation, and superintendent evaluation.

• Motion to suspend board rules to permit immediate action on a resolution of no confidence and vote to remove Commissioner Collins as vice-president and from board committees
• Resolution of no confidence and vote to remove Commissioner Collins from her vice-president and committee roles
• Closed session on public employee discipline/dismissal release
• Closed session on conference with labor negotiators for multiple employee organizations
• Closed session on existing litigation: Abraham Lincoln High School Alumni Association v. SFUSD and City and County of San Francisco v. SFUSD

Regular Meeting

The San Francisco Unified School District Board of Education meets virtually on March 23, 2021. The agenda is largely procedural, including approval of minutes, superintendent and student delegate reports, and public comment. A report from the District English Learners Advisory Committee is scheduled, and two RAVE Distinguished Service Awards will be presented.

• RAVE Distinguished Service Award to E.K. Keith, librarian at Philip and Sala Burton High School
• RAVE Distinguished Service Award to Sarah Tiu, Early Education Operation Manager
• Report from the District English Learners Advisory Committee (DELAC)
• Approval of board minutes
• Public comment periods for students and general public

Special Meeting: Committee of the Whole

The SFUSD Board of Education meets as a Committee of the Whole to consider approving a $5 million contract with Color Lab for asymptomatic COVID-19 testing of students and staff. The board will also discuss summer programming, a budget update including the American Rescue Plan, and an athletics update. A closed session is scheduled for anticipated litigation involving two cases, HB v. SFUSD and DG v. SFUSD.

• Contract with Color Lab for asymptomatic COVID-19 testing, not to exceed $5 million
• Discussion of summer programming and future commitments
• Budget update including the American Rescue Plan signed March 11, 2021
• Athletics update on plan to offer extracurricular sports
• Closed session conference with legal counsel on anticipated litigation (HB v. SFUSD, DG v. SFUSD)

Augmented Ad Hoc Committee on Personnel Matters, Labor Relations and Affordability

The Augmented Ad Hoc Committee on Personnel Matters, Labor Relations and Affordability will hear an update on certificated staffing and diversity recruitment. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the item is presented for information only. The meeting is held virtually due to the COVID-19 public health emergency.

• Update on Certificated Staffing and Diversity Recruitment (information item, no vote)

Special Meeting

The Board of Education will consider ratifying a tentative agreement with United Educators of San Francisco (UESF). The agreement covers instructional schedules for grades TK through 5, COVID-19 safety protocols, and staff accommodations.

• Ratification of Tentative Agreement between SFUSD and UESF regarding re-opening to in-person, hybrid, or distance learning
• Discussion of instructional schedules for grades TK through 5 and special day classes
• Provisions for COVID-19 related work accommodations and quarantine terms
• Closed session discussion regarding existing and anticipated litigation

Augmented Ad Hoc Committee on Student Assignment

The Augmented Ad Hoc Committee on Student Assignment will receive a staff presentation recapping Policy Development 5101.2 on elementary school student assignment and outlining next steps and timeline for implementation. There are no action items on the agenda; the meeting consists of the presentation, public comment, and board discussion.

• Staff presentation (30 mins) on recap of Policy 5101.2 elementary student assignment and next steps
• Public comment period (10 mins)
• Board discussion (50 mins)
• No action items scheduled

Regular Meeting

The Board will hold an initial public hearing on renewal petitions for Five Keys Charter School, an Adult School, and Independence High School. It will also approve the minutes from the February 23, 2021 meeting and receive a return‑to‑in‑person learning update. The meeting is conducted virtually with ADA accommodations and translation services available.

• Initial public hearing – renewal petitions for Five Keys Charter School, Adult School, and Independence High School
• Approval of Board minutes from February 23, 2021
• Superintendent’s Report (information)
• Return to In‑Person Learning Update (information)
• Public comment periods for students and general public

Augmented Curriculum and Program Committee

The Augmented Curriculum and Program Committee will recommend Resolution No. 212-9A2 to suspend the administration of the Smarter Balanced Assessment Consortium for the 2020‑21 school year. The resolution, introduced by Commissioners Mark Sanchez and Matt Alexander, is slated for a second reading and possible adoption by the Board. Committee members will also receive a Language Arts Instruction update and a Sports, Libraries, Arts & Music (SLAM) update. The meeting is held virtually due to the COVID‑19 public health emergency.

• Resolution No. 212-9A2: suspend SBAC administration for 2020‑21 (action item)
• Language Arts Instruction Update (information item)
• Sports, Libraries, Arts & Music (SLAM) Update (information item)

Augmented Budget and Business Services Committee

The Augmented Budget and Business Services Committee will receive two informational reports: the FY 2020-21 Second Interim Report and an update on FY 2021-22 budget planning, including school reopening expenses. No action items are on the agenda. The meeting is held virtually due to the COVID-19 emergency.

• FY 2020-21 Second Interim Report and budget status
• FY 2021-22 Budget Planning, including school reopening expenses
• Budget and Business Services Committee Calendar (standing item)
• Virtual meeting with public comment instructions

Special Meeting: Committee of the Whole

The SFUSD Board of Education meets as a Committee of the Whole to discuss informational updates on Pre-K–12 facilities and secondary in-person learning, and an action item on possible amendments to Board Policy 6146.1 for high school graduation requirements—including retroactive diplomas and adding ethnic studies. No formal action may be taken; only recommendations can be forwarded. The board will also hold closed sessions on existing litigation, labor negotiations, and employee discipline.

• Discussion of Pre-K–12 Facilities Update
• In-Person Learning: Secondary (MS/HS) Update
• Possible amendments to Board Policy 6146.1 on High School Graduation Requirements (retroactive diplomas and ethnic studies as a graduation requirement for class of 2030)
• Closed session: Conference with Legal Counsel on First Student, Inc. v. SFUSD litigation (Case No. CPF-21-517381)
• Closed session: Conference with labor negotiators for multiple employee unions and discipline/dismissal of 1 principal and 4 assistant principals

Augmented Rules, Policy and Legislation Committee

The Augmented Rules, Policy and Legislation Committee will meet virtually to review legislative matters. The primary action item involves the consideration of district positions regarding selected legislative proposals.

• Legislative Overview - Consideration and Action of District Positions on Selected Legislative Proposals

Special Meeting

This special meeting consists of a closed session to discuss anticipated and existing litigation, public employee appointments (supervisors, principals, assistant principals), employee discipline/dismissal/release, and labor negotiations. After closed session, the board will reconvene in public to report actions and vote on student expulsion matters.

• Closed session conference on anticipated litigation (AR v. SFUSD, IS v. SFUSD) and existing litigation (NK v. SFUSD, OAH No. 20201010565)
• Closed session on public employee appointment: 20 supervisors, 10 program administrators, 62 principals, 47 assistant principals
• Closed session on employee discipline/dismissal: recommendations to not renew contracts for 4 program administrators, 7 principals, 11 assistant principals
• Closed session conference with labor negotiators regarding multiple employee unions
• Public session vote on student expulsion matters

Special Meeting

This special meeting of the San Francisco Unified School District Board of Education is primarily procedural, covering routine approvals and reports. The only action item is approval of minutes from the February 9, 2021 meeting. Other agenda items include reports from the superintendent and student delegates, recognitions and RAVE awards for staff, and public comment periods. No substantive policy decisions or budget actions are scheduled.

• Approval of Board minutes from February 9, 2021 (action item)
• Superintendent's report (information)
• Student Delegates' report (information)
• Recognitions and Resolutions of Commendation (information)
• RAVE Distinguished Service and Special Service Awards (information)

Augmented Buildings, Grounds, and Services Committee - PLEASE NOTE: THIS MEETING WILL NOT BE HELD.

This meeting of the Augmented Buildings, Grounds, and Services Committee was cancelled. The agenda contained only general information on accessibility and teleconference procedures. No action or information items were scheduled for discussion.

• Meeting cancelled; no business conducted.

Special Meeting - PLEASE NOTE: THIS MEETING AGENDA FORWARDED TO A SPECIAL MEETING OF FEBRUARY 23, 2021 AT 3:00 P.M.

This special meeting agenda has been forwarded to February 23, 2021. The board will hold closed sessions to discuss anticipated litigation regarding a Brown Act allegation and to evaluate the superintendent's performance. No substantive public decisions or votes are scheduled.

• Closed session: conference with legal counsel on anticipated litigation over a February 1, 2021 letter alleging Brown Act violation
• Closed session: public employee performance evaluation of the Superintendent of Schools
• Agenda originally set for Feb 16, 2021, has been moved to a special meeting on Feb 23, 2021

Special Meeting

The San Francisco Unified School District Board of Education is holding a virtual special meeting. The board will convene in closed session to discuss anticipated and existing litigation, labor negotiations with multiple employee unions, and public employee discipline. After closed session, the board will reconvene in public to report any actions taken. The meeting is largely procedural and focused on confidential matters.

• Closed session: Conference with legal counsel on anticipated litigation (SV v. SFUSD, AKM v. SFUSD, AR v. SFUSD) and existing litigation (Cordero v. SFUSD, KP v. SFUSD, NK v. SFUSD, CCSF v. SFUSD)
• Closed session: Conference with labor negotiators regarding employee organizations including United Educators of San Francisco, SEIU Local 1021, and others
• Closed session: Public employee discipline/dismissal/release
• Virtual meeting format due to COVID-19 public health emergency with Zoom access instructions
• Public session includes only closed session action report and adjournment

Regular Meeting

The SFUSD Board of Education will meet virtually due to the COVID-19 public health emergency. Action items include approval of the January 26, 2021 board minutes and appointment of Seth Brenzel to the Parent Advisory Council. Informational reports cover the Migrant Education Program and Parent Advisory Council, along with superintendent and student delegate reports. Public comment is allowed.

• Approval of January 26, 2021 board minutes
• Appointment of Seth Brenzel to the Parent Advisory Council (PAC)
• Migrant Education Program presentation with attached PDF reports
• Parent Advisory Council report
• Recognizing All Valuable Employees (RAVE) Awards

Augmented Curriculum and Program Committee

The committee will consider recommending adoption of an amended Board Policy 5131.2 on Bullying and Harassment that reinstates training and intervention requirements for staff. It will also receive informational updates on Black History Month celebrations at James Lick Middle School and the SF Loves Learning program, as well as an update on the Black Studies Resolution.

• Action item: Recommend adoption of corrected Board Policy 5131.2, Bullying and Harassment, with no fiscal impact
• Policy restores language on staff training to identify, intervene, and report bullying and harassment incidents
• Information item: James Lick Middle School presentation on Black History Month celebrations
• Information item: SF Loves Learning presentation on Black History Month curriculum
• Information item: Update on Black Studies Resolution

Augmented Budget and Business Services Committee

The Augmented Budget and Business Services Committee will receive information updates on the FY 2020‑21 committee calendar, tax and revenue anticipation notes, school reopening status, FY 2021‑22 budget planning preview and zero‑based budgeting priorities, and the transportation contract RFP. No action items are listed for this meeting. The meeting is conducted virtually due to the COVID‑19 public health emergency.

• FY 2020‑21 Budget and Business Services Committee Calendar (information)
• Tax and Revenue Anticipation Notes (TRANs) issuance (information)
• Update on school reopening (information)
• FY 2021‑22 Budget Planning: budget development preview and zero‑based budgeting update (information)
• Transportation contract RFP update (information)

Special Meeting

This special meeting of the SFUSD Board of Education includes discussion of an equity resolution and ethnic studies update, a resolution supporting Latinx students, and introduction of a resolution addressing ongoing systemic racism at Lowell High School. The board will also hold closed sessions for anticipated litigation and labor negotiations.

• Equity Resolution and Ethnic Studies Update (B.1)
• Resolution No. 199-24A3 in support of Latinx students (B.2)
• Resolution No. 212-2A1 responding to systemic racism at Lowell High School (D.1)
• Closed session for anticipated litigation (E.1)
• Closed session for labor negotiations with multiple employee organizations (E.2)

Augmented Rules, Policy and Legislation Committee

The Augmented Rules, Policy and Legislation Committee will discuss and take action on district positions on the Governor's proposed 2021-22 budget and state legislative priorities. The committee will also recommend updates to Board Policy 3551 on food service operations and Board Policy 6146.1 on high school graduation requirements, including retroactive diplomas for students affected by the pandemic. The meeting is held virtually due to COVID-19 public health orders.

• Legislative overview: consideration of district positions on Governor's 2021-22 budget and state legislative priorities
• Board Policy 3551 (Food Service Operations/Cafeteria Fund) revised to comply with current law
• Board Policy 6146.1 (High School Graduation Requirements) amended to allow retroactive diplomas for pandemic-affected students
• Virtual meeting format with public comment via Zoom and phone (Webinar ID 823 2427 2400, password 951618)

Special Meeting

The San Francisco Unified School District Board of Education will consider a consent item to approve the purchase of 15,000 Dell Chromebooks from Arey Jones Educational Solutions for $5,721,018.75 using bond funds. The devices are needed for students to participate in distance learning and state-mandated assessments. The board will also hold closed sessions to discuss anticipated litigation and labor negotiations with multiple employee organizations.

• Consent item: purchase of 15,000 Dell Chromebooks for $5,721,018.75 from Broadway Typewriter Co. dba Arey Jones Educational Solutions via NASPO ValuePoint Agreement
• Closed session: Conference with legal counsel regarding anticipated litigation in four cases (LVF, KSS, SV, EC v. SFUSD) and one other matter
• Closed session: Conference with labor negotiators for multiple employee organizations including UESF, SEIU, and others
• Meeting held virtually due to COVID-19 public health emergency
• Public comment available via video conference or phone

Regular Meeting

The San Francisco Unified School District Board will meet virtually on Jan 26, 2021. The agenda includes approval of the Jan 12, 2021 board minutes, a superintendent's report, student delegates' report, recognitions and RAVE awards, and a motion to suspend the rules for public comment. The meeting also provides ADA accommodations and translation services for participants.

• Approval of Board Minutes – January 12, 2021
• Superintendent's Report
• Student Delegates' Report
• Recognitions and RAVE Awards for staff and students
• Motion to Suspend the Rules & Public Comment

Augmented Buildings, Grounds, and Services Committee

This meeting of the Augmented Buildings, Grounds, and Services Committee includes only information items, no action items. The committee will receive a status update on preparing SFUSD sites for in-person learning, hear an announcement of a philanthropic gift for Mission Bay School, and review the planning process for a potential November 2022 general obligation bond. The meeting is held virtually due to the COVID-19 emergency.

• Status update on preparation of SFUSD sites for in-person learning
• Announcement of philanthropic gift for Mission Bay School
• Presentation on planning process for anticipated November 2022 SFUSD general obligation bond
• No action items are on the agenda

Augmented Budget and Business Services Committee

The Augmented Budget and Business Services Committee will hear informational updates only, with no action items. Topics include school reopening, state and federal funding for reopening and balancing the FY2021-22 budget, and an overview of school site funding for budget planning.

• FY 2020-21 Budget and Business Services Committee Calendar Overview
• Update on School Reopening
• Update on State and Federal Funding to Support Reopening Schools and Balancing the FY 2021-22 Unrestricted General Fund Budget
• FY 2021-22 Budget Planning: Overview of School Site Funding

Special Meeting: Committee of the Whole

The SFUSD Board of Education meets as a Committee of the Whole to discuss improvements to crisis distance learning and a safe return to in-person learning, as well as family communication and community partnerships. The board will also hold a closed session to confer with labor negotiators representing multiple employee unions. After closed session, the board will reconvene in open session to vote on student expulsion matters and approve employment contracts for unrepresented chief executive employees. No formal action may be taken during the Committee of the Whole portion; only recommendations can be made.

• Update on improvements to crisis distance learning, safe return to in-person learning, family communication, and city/community partnership
• Closed session conference with labor negotiators regarding employee organizations including United Educators of San Francisco, SEIU Local 1021, and others
• Vote on student expulsion matters after reconvening to open session
• Vote on employment contracts for unrepresented chief executive employees

Regular Meeting

The San Francisco Unified School District Board of Education will hold its annual organizational meeting, re-adopting board rules and electing a president and vice president for one-year terms. The board will also approve minutes from the December 8, 2020 meeting and hear reports from the superintendent and student delegates. Public comment will be taken on items not on the agenda. No substantive policy or fiscal decisions are scheduled.

• Re-adopt Board of Education Rules and Procedures, Series 9000
• Election of a president and vice president of the Board of Education
• Approval of Board Minutes from December 8, 2020
• Superintendent's Report
• Public Comment on non-agenda items (up to 30 minutes)

Augmented Curriculum and Program Committee

The Augmented Curriculum and Program Committee will review a Pathway to Teaching update and a Distance Learning update. The meeting is virtual due to the COVID‑19 public health emergency, with ADA accommodations and translation services provided. No action items are scheduled; the agenda consists of informational items only.

• Pathway to Teaching Update (information item)
• Distance Learning Update (information item)
• ADA accommodations and translation services information
• Virtual meeting procedures under Governor’s Executive Order N‑25‑20
• General notice of virtual meeting (no action items)

Special Meeting

The San Francisco Unified School District Board of Education holds a special meeting, convening in closed session to discuss labor negotiations with multiple employee organizations including United Educators of San Francisco, SEIU Local 1021, and others. The board will then reconvene in public session to report on any actions taken in closed session.

• Conference with labor negotiators (Gov. Code § 54957.6) regarding employee organizations
• United Educators of San Francisco, SEIU Local 1021, United Administrators of San Francisco listed among bargaining units
• Closed session action report to be provided after reconvening in public session

Special Meeting PLEASE NOTE: THIS MEETING HAS BEEN CANCELLED

This January 6, 2021 special meeting of the San Francisco Unified School District Board of Education has been cancelled. No decisions or discussions are scheduled.

• Meeting cancelled

Special Meeting

This is a special meeting of the San Francisco Unified School District Board of Education held virtually due to COVID-19. The board will discuss FY 2021-22 district priorities as an informational item and hold a closed session to confer with labor negotiators representing multiple employee organizations. No voting items are on the agenda.

• Discussion of FY 2021-22 District Priorities (informational)
• Closed session: Conference with Labor Negotiators covering United Educators of San Francisco, SEIU Local 1021, and other employee organizations
• Meeting held virtually with instructions for public comment and interpretation services in Chinese and Spanish

Special Meeting - OFFICIAL CEREMONY FOR THE INSTALLATION OF JENNY LAM, MARK SANCHEZ, KEVINE BOGGESS, AND MATT ALEXANDER

The San Francisco Unified School District Board of Education held a special meeting for an official installation ceremony. The ceremony included Jenny Lam, Mark Sanchez, Kevine Boggess, and Matt Alexander.

• Official Ceremony for the Installation of Jenny Lam, Mark Sanchez, Kevine Boggess, and Matt Alexander