Franklin-McKinley School District public meetings in 2025
23 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Board Meeting
The Franklin-McKinley School District Board will elect its officers and consider the charter renewal for Rocketship Spark. The meeting includes a community session at Hellyer Elementary and discussions on district financial reports and compensation proposals.
- Resolution 2025-52 to renew Rocketship Spark Charter School
- Election of Board President, Vice President, and Clerk
- FY 2025-26 First Interim Report
- Tentative Agreement with Franklin-McKinley Education Association (FMEA)
- Notice of public hearing for Ace Esperanza Charter Petition Renewal on 1.13.26
Board Meeting
The Franklin-McKinley School District Board will hold a public hearing on the renewal of Rocketship Spark Academy’s charter during this meeting. The board will also discuss bond survey results, ratify salary increases for classified employees, and approve several memoranda of understanding with community partners.
- Public Hearing to Petition for Renewal of Charter School – Rocketship Spark Academy
- Ratification of tentative re-opener agreement with CSEA (Classified School Employees' Association)
- Ratification of salary increase MOU with CSEA
- Amended 2026-2027 School Calendar
- 2025-2026 Lease Agreement with Catholic Charities of Santa Clara County
Board Meeting
The Franklin-McKinley School District Board will hold a public hearing on the renewal of Rocketship Spark Academy's charter, which expires June 30, 2026. The board will also consider second-reading updates to several board policies and administrative regulations. Consent items include ratification of Verkada talkdown speakers and air quality sensors for multiple school sites.
- Public hearing on Rocketship Spark Academy charter renewal (petition received Sept. 10, 2025; decision hearing set for Dec. 9, 2025)
- Second reading and proposed approval of updates to Board Policies 51250.1, 5145.13, 5125, 5111, and 5111.1
- Ratification of Verkada Talkdown Speakers and Licenses ($18,611.28) for Bridges Academy, Lairon, and Stonegate
- Ratification of Verkada Air Quality Sensors and Licenses ($19,533.74) for Stonegate TK-8
- Closed session items on public employment, employee discipline, personnel addendum, and negotiations
Board Meeting
The board will receive the final report from the 7-11 District Advisory Committee on findings and recommendations for three closed elementary schools (Los Arboles, Ramblewood, McKinley). The board will also hold a first reading of proposed updates to several board policies and regulations to comply with state law changes. Consent items include a MOU with the San Francisco 49ers Foundation for fitness programs at two schools and approval of the September 2025 warrant report.
- Receipt of 7-11 Committee Report on findings and recommendations for surplus properties: Los Arboles, Ramblewood, and McKinley Elementary Schools
- First reading of policy updates: BP/AR 51250.1, 5145.13, 5125, 5111, 5111.1 (including Response to Immigration Enforcement and Student Records)
- Closed session conference with real property negotiator for Communication Hill property (potential school site)
- MOU with San Francisco 49ers Foundation for flag football/fitness program at R.F. Kennedy and G.W. Hellyer Elementary Schools
- Approval of Monthly Warrant Report for September 2025
Board Meeting
The board will consider Resolution 2025-41 authorizing ongoing budget reductions of $756,500 in FY 2026-27 and $630,400 in FY 2027-28 to maintain the state-required 3% reserve. Two public hearings will be held on initial collective bargaining proposals between the district and the California School Employees Association (CSEA) for the 2025-2026 school year. The board will also receive a report on summer programming that served 1,220 students.
- Resolution 2025-41 authorizing $756,500 in cuts for FY 2026-27 and $630,400 for FY 2027-28 as part of a fiscal stabilization plan
- Public hearing on CSEA Chapter 502's initial bargaining proposal covering salary, health/welfare benefits, and layoff/reemployment
- Public hearing on the district's initial bargaining proposal covering salary, health/welfare benefits, and hours of employment
- Summer programming 2025 report: 1,220 students served at four school sites in partnership with multiple organizations
- Closed session items on public employment, employee discipline, personnel addendum, and negotiations
Board Meeting
The Franklin-McKinley School District Board will hold a public hearing and vote on Resolution 2025-45, which declares whether the district has sufficient textbooks and instructional materials for the 2025-26 school year, as required by the Williams Act. The board will also consider consent items including a $22,054.10 contract for transportation management software and certification of the district's unaudited financial report for 2024-25. The meeting begins with closed session at 5:30 PM, followed by open session at 7:00 PM at the District Service Center.
- Public hearing and adoption of Resolution 2025-45 on sufficiency of instructional materials for 2025-26
- Approval of $22,054.10 contract with TransACT Communications for transportation program consolidation
- Certification of the Unaudited Actuals Financial Report for 2024-25, showing $27,228,412.59 unrestricted general fund ending balance
- Approval of Monthly Warrant Report for August 2025
- Memorandum of Understanding with San Jose Museum of Art
Board Meeting
The Board will decide whether to appoint three additional members to the 7-11 Committee, which reviews district properties and gathers community input. A public hearing on the sufficiency of instructional materials will be noticed for September 9, 2025. The Board will also consider consent items including MOUs with Disan Soccer and New Hope for Youth.
- Resolution 2025-44 to appoint up to three members to the 7-11 Committee from four applicants (Joel Sanchez, Andre Hunt, Ernie Martinez, George Shirakawa Jr.)
- Notice of public hearing on September 9, 2025 regarding sufficiency of instructional materials for TK-8 students
- Memorandum of Understanding with Disan Soccer for free after-school soccer programs at no cost to the district
- Memorandum of Understanding with New Hope for Youth to provide services for at-risk youth at Sylvandale Middle School
- Closed session items include public employment, employee discipline, personnel addendum, and negotiations
Board Meeting
The board will hear a Fiscal Crisis and Management Assistance Team (FCMAT) report on the district's fiscal health, followed by a staff response. It will also consider approving a 45-day budget revision reflecting the 2025-26 state budget, which increases TK funding and adds new block grants. Additionally, the board will vote on appointing eight members to a 7-11 committee to review district properties.
- 45-Day Budget Revision for 2025-26, incorporating state budget changes including increased TK funding ($1M in FY 25-26) and a new $1.68M Student Support Block Grant
- FCMAT Fiscal Health Risk Analysis report presentation to the board
- Staff response to FCMAT report, addressing findings and offering to meet for reassessment
- Resolution 2025-42 to appoint 8 individuals to the 7-11 Committee for property review
- Closed session items on public employee discipline/dismissal/release and negotiations
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2016- 2025
The Board is deciding on the adoption of the FY 2025-26 Budget Proposal and the 2025-2026 Local Control Accountability Plan. The meeting also includes approval of School Plans for Student Achievement for all district school sites and a tutoring partnership.
- Adoption of the FY 2025-26 Budget Proposal
- Approval of the 2025-2026 Local Control Accountability Plan with a projected spend of $20,187,637
- Approval of 2025-2026 School Plans for Student Achievement (SPSA) for all school sites
- Memorandum of Understanding with Teach for America for the Ignite Tutoring Program at Robert F. Kennedy and Santee Elementary (no cost to district)
- Closed session discussions regarding a Principal appointment and employee discipline
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2016- 2025
The Franklin-McKinley School District Board will hold public hearings on the 2025-26 Local Control and Accountability Plan (LCAP) and proposed budget, and vote on a resolution to establish a 7-11 committee to assess surplus district properties. The board will also consider granting permanent status to certificated staff for the 2025-26 school year and recognize students for biliteracy and the Tech Challenge.
- Adoption of Resolution 2025-40 to establish a 7-11 committee to assess surplus district-owned properties not in use as active school sites.
- Public hearing on the 2025-26 Local Control and Accountability Plan (LCAP) and Budget Overview for Parents.
- Public hearing on the 2025-26 proposed budget for Franklin-McKinley School District.
- Action to approve granting permanent status to certificated staff for the 2025-26 school year.
- Recognition of third-grade Dual Language Immersion students with Pathway to Biliteracy certificates and Lairon College Preparatory Academy students for awards at the 2025 Tech Challenge.
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2016- 2025
The Board will vote on approving the 2024-25 Third Interim Financial Report, which carries a Qualified Certification because the district projects it will fall below the required 3% reserve in FY 2026-27. The meeting also includes closed-session discussions on personnel and negotiations, recognitions for students and staff, and approval of several maintenance contracts under $25,000.
- Approve 2024-25 Third Interim Report with Qualified Certification (Item 6.01)
- Ratify $21,425 contract with Detail Striping Inc. for asphalt slurry and striping at Franklin, Hellyer, and Meadows schools (Item 7.01)
- Ratify $17,600 contract with Hung Construction Builder Inc. to install three stable doors at the PAC Suite (Item 7.02)
- Authorize van purchase from Model 1 Commercial Vehicles, Inc. using a piggyback bid (Item 8.01)
- Closed session to discuss public employee discipline, personnel, and negotiations (Items 2.01-2.03)
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2016- 2025
The Board of Education is meeting for a retreat to discuss governance. The agenda consists primarily of procedural items and a discussion on governance.
- Discussion on Governance
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2016- 2025
The Board of Education will consider resolutions to reduce or eliminate certificated and classified positions and reduce classified work hours to balance the 2025-2026 budget. The meeting includes a community session at McKinley Elementary School and a formal board session.
- Resolution No. 2025-30: Reduction/Elimination of Classified Layoffs
- Resolution No. 2025-31: Classified Reduction of hours
- Resolution No. 2025-29: Certificated Layoffs
- Contract amendment with Paradigm Healthcare for student wellness features: $17,764
- Approval of April 2025 Monthly Warrant Report
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2016- 2025
The Board will hold a second reading and vote on adopting an updated Transportation Policy (AR 3541) to address the impact of school closures and grade reconfiguration on student transportation needs. The policy revision also aligns with state law requiring a plan prioritizing services for TK-6th grade and low-income students. Consent items include approving a quarterly Williams complaints report showing no complaints, and contract amendments for bus fleet maintenance with Capitol Chevrolet ($16,500) and Tire Outlet ($18,000).
- Second reading and adoption of Transportation Policy AR 3541 addressing school closure impacts on bus routes
- Quarterly Williams Uniform Complaints report for Q1 2025 — zero complaints filed
- Contract amendment with Capitol Chevrolet for bus fleet repair, total not to exceed $16,500
- Contract amendment with Tire Outlet for bus tire services, total not to exceed $18,000
- Annual charter school updates for ACE Esperanza, KIPP Heritage, Rocketship Mosaic, Rocketship Spark, and Voices College-Bound Academy
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2016- 2025
The Franklin-McKinley School District Board will discuss revisions to the transportation policy to address school closures and grade reconfiguration. The meeting includes a community session at Windmill Springs and a formal board session to vote on several contracts and agreements.
- First reading of Updated Transportation Policy (AR 3541) regarding school closures and grade reconfiguration
- Contract for $21,000 with Valbridge Property Advisors for appraisals of Ramblewood, McKinley, and Los Arboles Elementary Schools
- Contract for $15,680 with Starting Arts for summer CORAL programming
- MOU with San Jose Jazz for summer music and homework programs
- MOU with Conxion for 8th grade academic support at Bridges Academy
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2016- 2025
The Board will vote on Resolution 2025-20 to identify $1.1 million in cuts for 2025-26 and $4 million for 2026-27 to address a projected $9.7 million deficit, as required by the County Superintendent. It will also vote on Resolution 2025-25 to approve new attendance boundaries following the closure of Los Arboles, McKinley, and Ramblewood elementary schools. Additionally, the Board will discuss whether to agendize reconsideration of the earlier school closure resolution, after a prior attempt to revisit it violated the Brown Act.
- Resolution 2025-20 requires listing budget reduction options for 2025-26 and 2026-27 in the Second Interim Report
- Resolution 2025-25 approves boundary adjustments and a CEQA exemption for the three school closures
- Discussion on whether to agendize reconsideration of Resolution 2025-07 (school closures) after a Brown Act violation at the March 11 meeting
- Closed session includes evaluation of the Superintendent and appointment of a Director of Fiscal Services
- Recognition of second-trimester Global Learner students and Employee SPIRIT Award recipients
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2016- 2025
The Franklin-McKinley School District Board will consider approving a Qualified Certification for the 2024-25 Second Interim Report, indicating the district can meet obligations this year and next but will fall below the 3% reserve requirement in 2026-27. The Board will also vote on a resolution to reduce or eliminate classified services due to lack of funds, with estimated savings of $1,017,290.50, and a second amendment to the superintendent's contract for a voluntary 10% salary decrease for 2025-2026. A closed session includes a proposed settlement of claim number 607432, with no direct cost to the district.
- Approve 2024-25 Second Interim Report with a Qualified Certification (Item 6.01)
- Adopt Resolution No. 2025-18 for reduction/elimination of classified services, estimated savings $1,017,290.50 (Item 6.03)
- Approve second amendment to superintendent's contract for voluntary 10% salary decrease, saving $28,616.48 (Item 6.02)
- Closed session: approve settlement of claim number 607432 (Item 2.01)
- Community meeting at Los Arboles Literacy & Technology Academy, 6:30-7:30 PM, no action taken (Item 3.01)
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2016- 2025
The Franklin-McKinley School District Board will decide on several cost-cutting measures due to severe budget constraints. Items include adopting a final Supplemental Early Retirement Program (SERP) analysis, furloughing management staff for 5 days, and approving preliminary layoff resolutions for both certificated and classified employees.
- Final analysis of 2025 Supplemental Early Retirement Program (SERP) with estimated $741.9K net savings over 5 years
- Resolution No. 2025-08: 5-day furloughs for Superintendent, Assistant Superintendents, and management staff, saving $186,573.67
- Resolution No. 2025-14: Certificated layoffs due to lack of work/funds, estimated savings of $2,005,643
- Resolution No. 2025-10: Reduction/elimination of classified services, estimated savings of $1,200,000
- Board to provide direction on which employee groups participate in the SERP program
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2016- 2025
The Board of Education will decide on school site closures and consolidations based on a committee report. The Board is also considering resolutions to reduce or eliminate classified and certificated positions due to lack of work or funds.
- Resolution No. 2025-07: Approving school consolidation and site closures
- Resolution No. 2025-09: Classified staff layoffs with estimated savings of $6,466,834.00
- Resolution No. 2025-13: Certificated staff layoffs with estimated savings of $10,996,827.00
- Closed session discussion regarding property use for a potential school site at Communication Hill
- Community meeting at Santee Elementary School cafeteria
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2016- 2025
The Board of Education will consider adopting Resolution No. 2025-07 to approve school consolidation, following a recommendation from the School Consolidation Advisory Committee. The board will also hold a closed session to discuss employee discipline, personnel, and negotiations. Consent items include approving a $50,134 MOU with Santa Clara Unified for a Deaf and Hard of Hearing program and a $18,000 contract for a YMCA science camp trip.
- Resolution No. 2025-07 to select schools for consolidation and closure, based on a 518-page committee report.
- Closed session for public employee discipline/dismissal/release, personnel addendum, and negotiations.
- Ratification of a $50,134 MOU with Santa Clara Unified School District for a Deaf and Hard of Hearing program.
- Contract agreement for a $18,000 overnight science camp trip to YMCA Camp Campbell for Hellyer Elementary.
- Memorandum of Understanding with Girls on the Run Silicon Valley for after-school programs at Ramblewood and Stonegate Elementary.
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2016- 2025
The Board of Education will receive and discuss a report from the School Consolidation Advisory Committee. The committee was tasked with analyzing district school sites to determine which may be closed or consolidated.
- Receipt of the School Consolidation Advisory Committee Report and Recommendation
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2016- 2025
The board will enter closed session to discuss negotiations with MTA Properties regarding the use of Communication Hill as a potential school site. The meeting also includes a mid-year update on the Local Control Accountability Plan (LCAP) and a child nutrition program presentation. Consent items include a $23,650 contract with Infinity Kids Club for enrichment at Los Arboles and a $60,000 amendment with HopSkipDrive for special education transportation.
- Closed session: Conference with real property negotiator on Communication Hill for potential school site (Superintendent Cruz, Rob Bettencourt/MTA Properties)
- 2024-2025 LCAP mid-year monitoring report and Budget Overview for Parents (information only)
- Child Nutrition Services update presented by Sodexo consultant and manager
- Contract with Infinity Kids Club for Los Arboles Literacy and Technology Academy ($23,650, CSPP grant)
- Contract amendment with HopSkipDrive for special education transportation ($60,000, Special Education funds)
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2016- 2025
The board will vote on whether to renew the charter for Voices College-Bound Academy Flagship, which expires June 30, 2025. A staff report and resolution have been prepared, and the charter school will have equivalent time to respond. The board will also consider a related Memorandum of Understanding with the school, conditioned on renewal.
- Voices College-Bound Academy Flagship charter renewal vote (item 5.01)
- Memorandum of Understanding with Voices College-Bound Academy (item 5.02)
- Contract amendment with The Creekside School, a non-public school, for $353,930 (item 7.01)
- Quarterly report on Williams Uniform Complaints, with one complaint received at Dahl Elementary (item 6.02)
- Ratification of MOU for Let Me Run program at Stonegate Elementary, not to exceed $660 (item 6.03)