Laguna Beach Unified School District public meetings in 2025

Board Governance Meeting

The Laguna Beach USD Board held a special meeting to discuss and act on two items: a corrective action plan to resolve a $1.04 million health-care insurance overpayment in the current year’s budget, and an update on the district’s Ten-Year Facilities Master Plan. The board also adopted the meeting agenda and adjourned the session.

• Approve $1.04M corrective action to resolve health-care insurance overpayment in 2025 budget
• Review and update Ten-Year Facilities Master Plan prepared by Ruhnau Clarke Architects
• Adopt meeting agenda with agenda item reordering due to staff attendance

Board Governance Meeting

The Laguna Beach USD Board of Education held a regular meeting on December 11, 2025, approving second readings of several board policies related to nondiscrimination, technology, safety, and employment. The board also discussed and directed staff on revisions to agenda procedures. Closed session included discussion of a liability claim settlement and superintendent performance feedback.

• Approved second readings for BP 0410 (Nondiscrimination in District Programs), BP 0440 (District Technology Plan), and BP 0450 (Comprehensive Safety Plan)
• Approved BP 1113 (District and School Websites), BP 1312.3 (Uniform Complaint Procedure), BP 3515 (Campus Security) and BP 3515.4 (Recovery of Property Loss)
• Approved BP 4030 (Discrimination in Employment), BP 4033 (Lactation Accommodation), and BP 4119.11/4219.11/4319.11 (Sexual Harassment policies)
• Directed staff to revise consent calendar procedures for items over $50,000 and draft agenda approval process
• Closed session discussed liability claim settlement (McBride - Claim No. 661256) and superintendent performance feedback after 100 days

Board Governance Meeting

The Board of Education is receiving an informational report on the district's special education program, which currently serves 268 students. The meeting also includes a closed session to discuss student discipline and the potential denial of a specific claim against the district.

• Informational report on special education services for 268 students (11% of LBUSD students)
• Closed session action regarding a stipulated expulsion agreement for student 2025-26-001
• Proposed motion to deny claim no. 663270 against the District
• Discussion with legal counsel regarding one potential case of anticipated litigation

Board Governance Meeting

The Laguna Beach Unified School District Board of Education will receive an annual report on developer fees collected to fund school facilities. The report covers fees collected, expenditures, and the fund balance as of June 30, 2025. No decisions are scheduled; this is an informational item.

• Developer fees collected: $137,646.64 in FY 2024-25
• Fund balance decreased by $56,406.74 to $249,268.47
• Expenditures included $208,298.65 for TK/kindergarten classroom designs at Top of the World and El Morro Elementary Schools
• Current fee rates: $2.05/sq ft residential, $0.33/sq ft commercial (unchanged since 2001)
• Projected $491,000 available over 3 years vs. $7.0M needed for TK program retrofits

Board Governance Meeting

The Laguna Beach USD Board Governance meeting scheduled for November 3, 2025, was canceled. The board had planned to discuss and potentially revise multiple board policies and bylaws related to nondiscrimination, technology, safety, employment, and public statements, but no decisions were made.

Board Governance Meeting

The Board of Education is reviewing a strategic planning timeline for 2026–2029 and receiving information on progressive discipline and restorative practices. During closed session, the Board voted to deny a specific claim against the district.

• Denial of Claim No. 658782: 2025-26-002 against the District
• Presentation on progressive discipline and restorative practices
• Superintendent's briefing on the 2026–2029 Strategic Plan development timeline
• Closed session conference with labor negotiators regarding unrepresented management
• Closed session conference with legal counsel regarding one potential litigation case

Board Governance Meeting

The Board of Education will hold a public hearing to ensure the availability of textbooks and instructional materials for the 2025-26 school year and to certify provision of standards-aligned materials. The hearing is required by Education Code Section 60119. The agenda is otherwise procedural.

• Public hearing on textbook and instructional materials availability for 2025-26
• Certification of provision of standards-aligned instructional materials

Board Governance Meeting

The Board of Education will discuss the Superintendent's 100-day report on district themes and strategic planning. The body is also asked to approve the 2024-2025 Unaudited Actuals Financial Report. Additionally, the board will receive updates on elementary math materials and Williams Case settlement complaints.

• Approval of the 2024-2025 Unaudited Actuals Financial Report
• Superintendent's 100-Day Report on Trust, Coherence, Culture, Arts, Identity, and Community
• Update on the Elementary Mathematics Instructional Materials Adoption Process
• First Quarter Report of Uniform Complaints for the Williams Case Settlement (July-September 2025)
• Closed session conference regarding anticipated litigation

Board Governance Meeting

The Laguna Beach Unified School District Board held a special meeting primarily to enter a closed session. The board discussed one case of anticipated litigation with attorney Lynn Beekman of Fagen, Friedman, Fulfrost, LLP.

• Conference with legal counsel regarding anticipated litigation (Government Code § 54956.9)

Board Governance Meeting

The Laguna Beach Unified School District Board held a special closed-session meeting to discuss real property negotiations for the Aliso Property, with legal counsel present. The board also adopted the agenda, adjourned to and from closed session, and reported no action taken. No public decisions or votes on substantive matters occurred in open session.

• Closed-session conference with legal counsel on real property negotiations for Aliso Property (Gov. Code 54956.8)
• Board adopted the agenda unanimously (4-0, Hills absent)
• Public comment accepted in writing or in person, limited to 3 minutes per speaker
• Next regular board meeting scheduled for October 9, 2025

Board Governance Meeting

The Laguna Beach Unified School District Board Governance Meeting on September 25, 2025, included action on an employment contract for the Assistant Superintendent, Business Services, through June 30, 2028, at a cost of $314,169.40. The board also received presentations on a specialized independent review of the district's financial practices and a health benefits cost review, with no action taken on those items. Additionally, the board approved a second reading of Board Bylaw 9223 on filling vacancies, conforming the bylaw to state law by removing a locally added exception for family-member illness.

• Approval of employment contract for Assistant Superintendent, Business Services through June 30, 2028, with a fiscal impact of $314,169.40 from the General Fund
• Second reading and approval of Board Bylaw 9223 on filling vacancies, conforming to state law by removing the locally added exception for illness of an immediate family member
• Presentation of specialized independent review of district's financial practices by Eide Bailly, LLP, covering check-signing authority, internal controls, and compliance
• Presentation of health benefits cost review by Michael Bishop & Associates, examining causes of cost overruns and compliance with contractual obligations
• Closed session items included conference with legal counsel on anticipated litigation, student discipline (stipulated expulsion agreement), and discipline/dismissal/release

Board Governance Meeting

The Board and Superintendent are meeting to establish processes for how they will communicate and work together. The session focuses on governance practices and internal and external communication strategies.

• Discussion of governance practices including agenda setting, meeting culture, and board-superintendent roles
• Review of internal communications such as emails, memos, and weekly updates
• Discussion of external communications and potential amendments to policy BP 1100
• Review of Board Superintendent Consultation (BP 1112) for sensitive communications

Board Governance Meeting

The Board of Education will conduct a public hearing regarding a 2025-2026 tentative agreement with the California School Employees Association (CSEA) Laguna Beach Chapter #131. Staff recommends the Board ratify the agreement.

• Proposed 2.75% salary increase for the 2025-2026 school year
• Proposed changes to vacation day accrual process equating to 0.25% of compensation
• Public hearing on the 2025-2026 Tentative Agreement with CSEA Chapter #131

Board Governance Meeting

The Laguna Beach Unified School District Board will discuss and vote on a new policy restricting student mobile device use during school hours, with specific rules for elementary, middle, and high school levels. The board will also consider forming a new Ad-Hoc Committee for the Arts, composed of board members and community appointees. Additionally, a first reading of a board bylaw on filling vacancies is scheduled.

• Second reading and approval of BP 5131.8 restricting student mobile communication devices during school hours
• Approval of formation of a new Ad-Hoc Board Committee for the Arts with up to 15 members
• First reading of Board Bylaw 9223 on filling vacancies
• Closed session conference on pending litigation (Doe v. LBUSD, Case No. 30-2022-01297898)
• Closed session conference with labor negotiator for Assistant Superintendent, Business Services position

Board Governance Meeting

The Board of Education held a special meeting to establish goals and the evaluation process for the Superintendent. The Board met in closed session to develop frameworks for a 100-day evaluation and an annual evaluation.

• Approval of the agreed upon evaluation process for the 2025-2026 school year

Board Governance Meeting

The Laguna Beach Unified School District Board will discuss and potentially act on Board Policy 5131.8, which would restrict mobile communication devices during school hours across all grade levels. The board will also discuss technology integration policy BP 6163.4 and receive reports from the superintendent, bargaining units, and student board members.

• Discussion of BP 5131.8 - Mobile Communication Devices, which would limit or prohibit student smartphone use during school hours
• Discussion of BP 6163.4 - Student Use of Technology, including staff training and screen time optimization
• Introduction of 2025-2026 Student Board Members Ivy Dabbs, Logan Marshall, and Alternate Kiyan Arshadi
• Closed session conference with legal counsel regarding a pending lawsuit (Doe v. Laguna Beach USD)
• Closed session conference with labor negotiators for LaBUFA and CSEA employee organizations

Board Governance Meeting

The Board of Education will hold a public hearing on the 2025-2026 tentative agreement with the Laguna Beach Unified Faculty Association (LaBUFA) and on compensation proposals for non-represented classified and certificated employees. The hearing is required under state law (AB 1200). No votes or decisions are scheduled; this is a procedural information item.

• Public hearing on 2023-2026 collective bargaining agreement with LaBUFA
• Public hearing on 2025-2026 compensation proposal for non-represented employees
• Hearing required by AB 1200, Government Code 3547.5, and CCR Title V Section 15449
• Meeting scheduled for July 24, 2025 at 6:00 p.m.

Board Governance Meeting

The board will discuss and provide direction on revising the memorandum of understanding with the Laguna Beach Police Department regarding School Resource Officers, with a focus on supporting female students. The board will also hear presentations on the 2025-2026 tentative agreement with the faculty association and a compensation proposal for non-represented employees. An action item seeks approval of a contract with Ruhnau Clarke Architects for architectural services to replace a temporary restroom with a classroom at El Morro Elementary School.

• Discussion and direction on revising the MOU with Laguna Beach Police Department for School Resource Officers
• Presentation of 2025-2026 tentative agreement with Laguna Beach Unified Faculty Association (LaBUFA)
• Presentation of 2025-2026 compensation proposal for non-represented classified and certificated employees
• Approval of contract with Ruhnau Clarke Architects for removal of temporary restroom and installation of temporary classroom at El Morro Elementary School
• Report of fourth quarter uniform complaints under the Williams Case Settlement (none received)

Board Governance Meeting

The Board of Education is appointing Jason E. Glass, Ed.D., as Superintendent of Schools effective July 1, 2025. The meeting includes the approval of his employment contract and a pre-employment services agreement. The Board is also forming an ad-hoc committee to review the LBUSD Transportation Plan.

• Employment contract for Jason E. Glass, Ed.D. with an annual salary of $435,000
• One-time relocation reimbursement for Superintendent up to $30,000
• Housing reimbursement for Superintendent up to $10,000 per month for six months
• Superintendent mentor contract not to exceed $7,500
• Formation of an Ad-Hoc Board Committee for the LBUSD Transportation Plan

Board Governance Meeting

The Board of Education is meeting to recognize the achievements of students, staff, and community partners. The event includes awards for retirees, academic achievements, and various student programs across district schools.

• Recognition of 2024-2025 retirees: Alex Garcia, Diego Perez, and Kellee Shearer
• TMS Instructional Leader Award given to Mr. Glen Warren
• TMS Culture and Climate Award given to Ms. Mika Vazquez
• Recognition of LBHS Community Partner Niko King, Chief of Laguna Beach Fire Department
• Awards for elementary and secondary students in arts, green teams, and academic competitions

Board Governance Meeting

The Board of Education will hold two public hearings at its May 22, 2025 regular meeting: one on the Local Control Accountability Plan (LCAP) and one on the district budget, both for the year ending June 30, 2026. These hearings are required by state law before final adoption. No decisions are made at this stage; the board will receive public input.

• Public hearing on Laguna Beach Unified School District's Local Control Accountability Plan (LCAP) for 2025-26
• Public hearing on Laguna Beach Unified School District's Budget for 2025-26
• Hearings required by Education Code section 52062
• Notice posted May 13, 2025 at district office and school sites

Board Governance Meeting

The Board of Education is conducting a public hearing for the 2025-26 Annual Update to the Local Control Accountability Plan (LCAP) and budget. This three-year plan outlines goals, services, and expenditures to support student outcomes and state priorities.

• Public hearing on the 2025-26 Local Control Accountability Plan (LCAP) and budget
• Closed session regarding Superintendent public employment and contract negotiations
• Closed session conferences with labor negotiators for CSEA and LaBUFA
• Request for revision of Board Bylaw 9150 regarding student board members
• Reports from the School Resource Officer (SRO) and Executive Cabinet

BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2020- 2025

The Laguna Beach Unified School District Board of Education is holding a special meeting to interview candidates for the superintendent position. The interviews will take place in closed session under Government Code § 54957, and no action will be taken at this meeting. The board also adopted the agenda and adjourned to closed session.

• Closed session discussion of public employee appointment/employment for Superintendent (Gov. Code § 54957)
• No action will be taken on the superintendent appointment at this meeting
• Public comment accepted in person or via electronic submission by May 9, 2025 at 3:00 p.m.
• Meeting held at Montage Laguna Beach, Salon One Boardroom, 30801 Coast Highway

BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2020- 2025

The Board of Education will review updates on the First Generation Leaders Program and upcoming 2025 summer programming. The meeting also includes closed session discussions regarding anticipated litigation, existing litigation, and labor negotiations.

• Presentation on First Generation Leaders Program outcomes
• Information on 2025 LBUSD Summer Programming including Grades 1–8 Summer Academy
• Discussion of LBHS Summer Academy and Credit Recovery program
• Closed session conference with legal counsel regarding anticipated litigation
• Closed session conference with labor negotiators for CSEA and LaBUFA

BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2020- 2025

The Laguna Beach Unified School District and Laguna Beach City Council held a joint meeting to coordinate shared resources. The bodies decided to develop formal agreements regarding facility use and environmental planning.

• Motion to create an MOU regarding shared pool usage and operational costs
• Motion for district and city staff to share information and work on sustainability plans

BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2020- 2025

The Board of Education met for a special session to discuss the appointment and employment of a superintendent. This discussion took place in closed session, and the agenda states that no action would be taken at this meeting.

• Closed session discussion regarding Superintendent appointment/employment per Government Code § 54957

BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2020- 2025

The Laguna Beach Unified School District Board is discussing governance items, including student transportation for after-school CTE classes and public records request protocols. The Board voted to table the action on establishing a Board-directed curriculum committee until a new superintendent is in place.

• Discussion on providing transportation for students to CTE after-school classes at surrounding high schools
• Action to table the approval of a Board-directed curriculum committee
• Discussion and potential action on public records requests protocol for staff
• Closed session discussion on the acting superintendent contract
• Closed session conference regarding labor negotiations with CSEA and LaBUFA

BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2020- 2025

The Laguna Beach Unified School District is holding a community input session to gather feedback on the search for a new superintendent, led by Leadership Associates. This is a discussion and input-gathering meeting, not a decision-making session.

• Community input session regarding superintendent search
• Led by Leadership Associates
• Held at Thurston Middle School Library on March 27, 2025 at 6:00 PM

BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2020- 2025

The Board will hold a special meeting to conduct a public hearing regarding the Laguna Beach High School Pool Modernization Project. This notice was posted on February 28, 2025.

• Public Hearing: Laguna Beach High School Pool Modernization Project

BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2020- 2025

The Laguna Beach Unified School District Board will hold a public hearing and vote on adopting a Mitigated Negative Declaration for the Laguna Beach High School Pool Modernization Project, completing the CEQA environmental review process. If approved, the board will adopt Resolution 25-06, which includes a Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program, and authorize staff to file a Notice of Determination, allowing the project to proceed.

• Public hearing on the proposed pool modernization project's environmental documents
• Vote on Resolution 25-06 to adopt the Initial Study/Mitigated Negative Declaration (IS/MND)
• Adoption of a Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program (MMRP) for the project
• Authorization for staff to file a Notice of Determination (NOD) to conclude the CEQA process
• 30-day public review period for the IS/MND ran from January 17 to February 17, 2025

BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2020- 2025

The board will vote on a contract for Acting Superintendent Jeff Dixon with a base salary of $339,166, running through June 30 or until a permanent superintendent is hired. They will also ratify a $28,500 agreement with Leadership Associates to conduct the superintendent search. A $2,500 governance workshop fee from February 24 is also up for ratification.

• Approve acting superintendent contract for Jeff Dixon, $339,166 base salary, through June 30, 2025
• Ratify $28,500 service agreement with Leadership Associates for superintendent search
• Ratify $2,500 service agreement with Leadership Associates for February 24 governance workshop
• Approve up to seven delegates for 2025 CSBA Region 15 Delegate Assembly election
• College and Career Advantage update on career education pathways and dual enrollment

BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2020- 2025

The Board of Education is holding a special meeting focused on the superintendent search process. They will meet with Leadership Associates search firm advisors to discuss the search overview, protocols, an online survey, community input sessions, timeline, and desired qualities for a new superintendent. The board also plans to adjourn to closed session to discuss the appointment of a superintendent.

• Discussion with Leadership Associates search firm on superintendent search process
• Review of online survey for community input on superintendent search
• Proposed timeline for the superintendent search
• Closed session to discuss public employee appointment/employment of Superintendent
• Next regular meeting scheduled for Thursday, March 13, 2025

BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2020- 2025

The Laguna Beach Unified School District Board of Education will hold a special meeting to discuss curricular offerings for the 2025-26 school year. Administration will present which courses are new and which will no longer be available, and address class weighting. The board may provide direction to staff.

• Discussion of new courses and courses not available for 2025-26 school year
• Class weighting and unweighting to be addressed before student scheduling
• Board may provide direction to staff on curricular offerings
• Public comment accepted in person or via electronic submission by March 5, 2025 at 12:00 p.m.

BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2020- 2025

The Laguna Beach Unified School District Board of Education is holding a special governance workshop to discuss team roles, responsibilities, and effective practices. The board will review previously agreed-upon Board Governance Protocols, identify potential changes, and discuss legal guidelines with attorneys and consultants.

• Discussion of Governance Team roles and responsibilities with attorney Michael Travis and Dr. Peggy Lynch
• Review and potential revision of Board Governance Protocols
• Motion passed to modify Board Protocol number 8 on Motions and Deliberations order
• Special meeting scheduled for March 6, 2025 on Superintendent Search Process
• Next regular meeting set for March 13, 2025

BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2020- 2025

The Board of Education will review and approve the District Comprehensive Safety Plan at its February 13, 2025 meeting. The public may review the plan and submit comments to Victoria Webber before approval.

• Review and approval of the District Comprehensive Safety Plan

BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2020- 2025

The Board of Education will hold public hearings on joint proposals for the 2023-2026 Collective Bargaining Agreement with the faculty association and the 2024-2027 agreement with the Classified School Employees Association. The meeting also includes a closed session to discuss the acting superintendent's contract and legal matters.

• Public hearing on joint proposal for Laguna Beach Unified Faculty Association (LaBUFA) contract reopeners
• Public hearing on joint proposal for Classified School Employees Association (CSEA) contract reopeners
• Closed session discussion on acting superintendent contract terms
• Closed session regarding Aliso Property and legal cases Doe, Jane v. LBUSD and Jan Doe v. LBUSD
• December 2024 Monthly Financial Update

BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2020- 2025

The Laguna Beach Unified School District will hold two public hearings on February 13, 2025, to present joint proposals for reopening collective bargaining agreements. One hearing covers the Classified School Employees Association (CSEA) Chapter 131 for the 2024-2027 agreement, and the other covers the Laguna Beach Unified Faculty Association (LaBUFA) for the 2023-2026 agreement. The hearings are required before the district can negotiate changes to the existing contracts.

• Public hearing on CSEA Chapter 131 reopeners to the 2024-2027 collective bargaining agreement
• Public hearing on LaBUFA reopeners to the 2023-2026 collective bargaining agreement
• Notice posted February 3, 2025, at district office and school site display cases
• Attachments include CSEA and LaBUFA sunshine proposals and a CSEA 2025-2026 reopener document

BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2020- 2025

The Board of Education is holding a special meeting to interview and select an executive search firm to find a new superintendent. The board voted to contract with Leadership Associates to conduct the search, with a goal of hiring a new superintendent by June 30, 2025.

• Interview and selection of an executive search firm for a new superintendent
• Two firms interviewed: Education Leadership Services and Leadership Associates
• Board voted to contract with Leadership Associates to conduct the search
• Goal to hire a new superintendent by the end of the school year on June 30, 2025
• Former superintendent Dr. Jason Viloria resigned effective December 31, 2024

BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2020- 2025

The Laguna Beach Unified School District Board of Education is holding a special closed-session meeting to discuss and select an interim superintendent. The board will also take procedural actions such as adopting the agenda and adjourning to and from closed session. Public comment is accepted in writing or in person.

• Closed session discussion on appointment/employment of an Interim Superintendent (Gov. Code § 54957)
• Public comment accepted via electronic submission until 12:00 p.m. on January 27, 2025
• Meeting held at Thurston Middle School Library, 2100 Park Avenue, Laguna Beach
• Next regularly scheduled board meeting is February 13, 2025

BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2020- 2025

The Board of Education is recognizing student and staff achievements and discussing governance items. The body is deciding on search firms for a new superintendent and coordinating with the city on athletic facilities.

• Selected Education Support Services Group (ESS), Education Leadership Services (ELS), and Leadership Associate for superintendent search interviews
• Directed staff to engage with the City of Laguna Beach regarding potential locations for sand volleyball courts
• Discussion of Board Policy 1100 regarding Communication with the Public
• Closed session conference with labor negotiators for employee organization LaBUFA
• Recognition of Paula Forino as 2025 Classified Employee of the Year and June Hosokawa as District Teacher of the Year

BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2020- 2025

The Laguna Beach Unified School District Board is holding a special closed-session meeting to interview candidates for the position of Interim Superintendent. The board will also take public comment on the closed-session item before adjourning to closed session and later reconvening to report any action taken.

• Closed-session interview of candidates for Interim Superintendent (Gov. Code § 54957)
• Public comment accepted electronically by 12:00 p.m. on Jan 16, 2025, or in person
• Board adopted the agenda and adjourned to closed session unanimously
• Next regular board meeting scheduled for Thursday, January 23, 2025

BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2020- 2025

The Board will discuss and take action on contracting an interim superintendent and potentially delegating limited administrative duties to a board member until that person is hired. They will also consider approving the November 21, 2024 meeting minutes, which include a correction to the closed session report. Consent calendar items include approval of personnel actions and the December 16, 2024 meeting minutes.

• Board and Administrative Staffing Pending Interim Superintendent Assumption of Duties (Item 8.A.)
• Approval of the November 21, 2024 Board Meeting Minutes with corrected closed session report (Item 9.A.)
• Approval/Ratification of Personnel Report (Item 10.D.)
• Second Quarter Report of Uniform Complaints for the Williams Case Settlement (Item 7.A.)
• Closed session includes conference with labor negotiator (LaBUFA) and appointment of interim superintendent (Items 3.C. and 3.D.)