San Bernardino City Unified School District public meetings in 2021
32 substantive meetings from 2021, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2019- 2025
The San Bernardino City Unified School District Board of Education held its annual organizational meeting to elect leadership and appoint committee representatives. The Board also approved a resolution recognizing Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day.
- Election of Board Secretary (Harry Ervin) and Assistant Secretary (Karen Cunningham)
- Resolution in recognition of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day
- Appointment of Board representatives to various sub-committees
- Election of San Bernardino Schools Financing Corporation officers
- Adoption of existing District Board Policies
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2019- 2025
This is a special meeting of the San Bernardino City Unified School District Board of Education, primarily featuring a budget workshop. Harold Sullins, Associate Superintendent, will review updated budget projections, discuss budget trends, ongoing challenges, and the State's fiscal outlook. The agenda also includes routine procedural items such as call to order, pledge, agenda approval, and public comments.
- Budget workshop on updated projections and state fiscal outlook
- Public comments limited to 5 minutes per person
- Agenda approved (motion carried, Mayra Ceballos not present)
- Meeting held at Dr. Margaret Hill Community Room, 777 North F Street
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2019- 2025
This is a special meeting of the San Bernardino City Unified School District Board of Education, held primarily for a self-evaluation discussion in open session as per Board Bylaw 9400. The agenda includes procedural items like call to order, pledge, agenda approval, and public comments, followed by the self-evaluation discussion and adjournment. The agenda was approved and the meeting adjourned, with votes recorded.
- Board self-evaluation discussion (open session)
- Public comments limited to 5 minutes per person, 30 minutes total for groups
- Agenda approved (motion carried, 5 yea, 1 not present)
- Meeting adjourned (motion carried, 5 yea, 1 not present)
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2019- 2025
The San Bernardino City Unified School District Board of Education is holding a regular meeting with public hearings and action items. The board will hear a public hearing on the Educator Effectiveness Block Grant and award a beverage vending contract. It will also take action on student expulsions and discipline matters from closed session.
- Award Bid No. NSB 2021-22-4, Cafe Beverages including Vending, to Pepsico, Riverside CA for $85,425.55
- Public hearing on the Educator Effectiveness Block Grant local plan
- Expulsion of students (IDs 485848, 424413, 423459, 438432, 432930, 421531) with suspended enforcement
- Remand of students to Youth Court for other means of correction (IDs 429855, 442168, 441026, 464165, 401832)
- Expungement or modification of expulsion for student ID 446926
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2019- 2025
The Board of Education scheduled a special closed session meeting for November 9, 2021. The session is closed to the public and will focus on discussing Superintendent goals.
- Closed Session discussion of Superintendent goals
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2019- 2025
The San Bernardino City Unified School District Board of Education met on November 2, 2021, to discuss governance protocols, recognize staff, and take action on several items. The board approved two settlement agreements totaling $160,200, appointed two administrators, and expelled six students. The meeting also included resolutions recognizing National School Psychology Week, Veterans Day, and American Education Week.
- Approved settlement agreement Claim No. 541368 for $64,200
- Approved settlement agreement Claim Nos. SB08-5458, SB15-8840, SB15-8730, and 549008 for $96,000
- Approved appointment of Kimbre Sargent as Director, Categorical Programs
- Approved appointment of Rebecca Quesada as Elementary School Vice Principal
- Approved expulsion of six students (case numbers 421277, 471799, 462446, 427545, 510439, 486522)
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2019- 2025
The San Bernardino City Unified School District Board of Education held a regular meeting on October 19, 2021, covering routine procedural items, recognitions, and several action items. The board approved appointments for Assistant Director of Special Education and Principal of Virtual Academy, and took action on student expulsions and discipline cases, including some remanded to Youth Court. The board also approved resolutions recognizing Filipino American History Month, National Diabetes Awareness Month, and National Native American Heritage Month.
- Approved appointment of Assistant Director, Special Education (funding 802) and Principal, Virtual Academy (funding 527)
- Ordered expulsion of six students (cases 431345, 418327, 505876, 420289, 425607, 506325) with suspended enforcement for some
- Remanded 8 students to Youth Court instead of expulsion (cases 437590, 443853, 465964, 427034, 505752, 440446, 462573, 469325)
- Approved resolutions for Filipino American History Month, National Diabetes Awareness Month, and Native American Heritage Month
- Closed session included labor negotiations with four employee organizations and student discipline discussions
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2019- 2025
The San Bernardino City Unified School District Board of Education held a regular meeting on October 5, 2021, taking action on several items. The board approved the appointment of a middle school vice principal and a special education coordinator, ordered expulsions for three students, and approved resolutions recognizing California Week of the School Administrator, Red Ribbon Week, and participation in the Great ShakeOut earthquake drill. The board also approved the agenda and handled routine procedural matters.
- Approved appointment of Cassandra Williams as Middle School Vice Principal at Del Vallejo Leadership and STEAM Academy
- Approved appointment of Coordinator, Special Education - Transition Services
- Ordered expulsion of three students (IDs 489387, 422410, 484297) with suspended enforcement
- Approved resolution declaring October 23-31, 2021 as Red Ribbon Week
- Approved resolution directing districtwide participation in Great California ShakeOut drill on October 21, 2021
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2019- 2025
The San Bernardino City Unified School District Board of Education met on September 21, 2021, to approve several administrative and student discipline actions. The board voted to appoint a new Assistant Director for Elementary Instruction and accepted a recommendation to suspend a classified employee for five days without pay. Additionally, the board approved resolutions recognizing California Native American Day, California Clean Air Day, National Bullying Prevention Month, and Character Education Month.
- Appointment of Assistant Director, Elementary Instruction approved
- Suspension of classified employee HR-CLASS-21-22-05-ER for five days without pay accepted
- Expulsion of student case 439708 approved with enforcement suspended
- Expungement or modification of expulsion records for students 361531, 474182, 312907, and 323211 approved
- Remand of students 518917, 424413, 432930, and 421531 to Youth Court approved
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2019- 2025
The San Bernardino City Unified School District Board of Education met on September 7, 2021, and took action on several items, including approving resolutions, personnel appointments, and student disciplinary matters. The board also discussed governance protocols during a study session and held a closed session for legal and personnel issues.
- Approved resolution recognizing September 11, 2021 as Patriot Day and National Day of Service and Remembrance
- Approved resolution supporting California High School Voter Education Weeks (Sept 13-24, 2021 and April 18-29, 2022)
- Approved resolution recognizing Dieciséis de Septiembre on September 16, 2021
- Approved appointment of Elementary School Vice Principal at Hunt Elementary School and Director of Creative After-school Programs for Success (CAPS)
- Approved dismissal of two classified employees (HR-CLASS-21-22-03-ER and HR-CLASS-21-22-04-ER) and expulsion/readmission actions for multiple students
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2019- 2025
The San Bernardino City Unified School District Board of Education met to approve several personnel appointments and a $21,000 settlement agreement. The meeting also included recognitions for National Hispanic Heritage Month and Attendance Awareness Month.
- Approved $21,000 Settlement Agreement No. SS-21/22-01
- Appointed Director of Multi-Lingual Programs - Elementary
- Appointed Director of Multi-Lingual Programs - Secondary
- Authorized the readmission of five students following lifted expulsions
- Delegated signature authority to Deputy Superintendent Rachel Monarrez and Assistant Superintendent Ricardo Esquivel
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2019- 2025
The San Bernardino City Unified School District Board of Education held a regular meeting on August 3, 2021, taking action on several items. The board adopted a Memorandum of Understanding with the San Bernardino Teachers Association to reopen in-person learning for the 2021-2022 school year, approved a 45-day budget revision reflecting increased state aid, and approved personnel actions including a suspension and a dismissal. The meeting also included a welcome reception for Superintendent Harry "Doc" Ervin and a closed session for litigation and personnel matters.
- Adopted MOU with San Bernardino Teachers Association for reopening in-person learning (2021-22)
- Approved 45-day budget revision: LCFF state aid increased from $496,558,586 to $506,116,267
- Approved suspension without pay for 5 days of classified employee HR-CLASS-21-22-01-ER
- Approved dismissal of classified employee HR-CLASS-21-22-2-ER
- Ratified National School Boards Association membership at $10,380.00
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2019- 2025
The San Bernardino City Unified School District Board of Education held a special retreat meeting on July 31, 2021, to discuss organizational planning for post-pandemic success, understanding implicit bias for equity, and board governance. The agenda was approved and the meeting adjourned, with no formal decisions made on these discussion topics.
- Discussion: Organizing for Post Pandemic Success & Service Delivery Model
- Discussion: Understanding Implicit Bias to Lead for Equity
- Discussion: Board Governance
- Approval of agenda (motion carried)
- Adjournment (motion carried)
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2019- 2025
The San Bernardino City Unified School District Board of Education held its regular meeting on July 20, 2021, covering personnel appointments, employment contracts, a union agreement, and a technology purchase. The board approved the Director of Elementary Instruction appointment, two superintendent contracts, a personnel report, and a $1.34 million bid for charging lockers, among other consent items.
- Approved employment contract for Deputy Superintendent: $241,011.76 annual compensation, effective July 7, 2021
- Approved employment contract for Assistant Superintendent, Equity, Access and Innovation: $187,510 annual compensation, effective August 4, 2021
- Approved $1,344,383.70 bid to Golden Star Technology, Inc. for charging lockers district-wide
- Accepted MOU with CSEA Chapter 183 for 2021-2022 classified work year calendars
- Approved personnel report #2 with hiring, retirements, resignations, promotions, and terminations
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2019- 2025
The San Bernardino City Unified School District Board of Education met on July 6, 2021, and approved the appointment of a Deputy Superintendent and an Assistant Superintendent for Equity, Access and Innovation. The board also adopted school calendars, approved personnel and financial items, and received reports on the state budget, return-to-work plan, and superintendent's entry plan.
- Approved Deputy Superintendent appointment (funding 029)
- Approved Assistant Superintendent, Equity, Access and Innovation appointment (funding 037)
- Adopted 2021-2022 Inland Career Education Center school calendar (176 instructional days)
- Adopted 2022-2023 Traditional School Calendar (180 instructional days)
- Approved mileage and cell phone allowances for FY 2021-2022: max $13,000/month certificated mileage, $3,000/month classified mileage, $0.56/mile variable rate, $7,000/month cell phone allowance
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2019- 2025
The San Bernardino City Unified School District Board of Education is meeting to conduct essential business, including approving a resolution recognizing June 2021 as LGBTQIA+ Pride Month, appointing vice principals for two middle schools, and taking action on a disciplinary dismissal. The board will also hold public hearings on a union contract proposal and a virtual academy MOU, and receive updates on return-to-work plans.
- Resolution recognizing June 2021 as LGBTQIA+ Pride Month
- Approve Middle School Vice Principal appointments for King MS and Shandin Hills MS
- Dismissal of classified employee HR-CLASS-20-21-14-ER
- Public hearing on CSEA Chapter 183 initial contract proposal (re-opener)
- Public hearing on MOU with SBTA for opening a Virtual Academy for 2021-2022
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2019- 2025
The San Bernardino City Unified School District Board of Education held a regular meeting on June 8, 2021, conducted via Zoom under the Governor's executive order. The board approved a resolution recognizing Juneteenth National Freedom Day, appointed three elementary school principals, and conducted public hearings on the district's fund balances, Local Control and Accountability Plan (LCAP), and preliminary 2021-22 budget. The board also received presentations on bond audits and the return-to-school plan.
- Approved resolution recognizing Juneteenth National Freedom Day as a day of observance.
- Appointed Christopher Tickell as Henry Elementary School Principal, Christina Tesmer as Bradley Elementary School Principal, and Ernesto Calles as Cypress Elementary School Principal.
- Public hearing on 2020-21 fund balances in excess of minimum reserve requirements, with $53,560,748 assigned for deficit spending.
- Public hearing on the 2021-2024 Local Control and Accountability Plan (LCAP) and annual update.
- Public hearing on the Fiscal Year 2021-22 Preliminary Budget, to be adopted on June 22, 2021.
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2019- 2025
The San Bernardino City Unified School District Board of Education held a special meeting on June 2, 2021, conducted via Zoom due to the COVID-19 executive order. The board received a presentation on projected ESSER II and III one-time funding and other state funding, with a comprehensive plan to follow after the state adopts its budget. The board also discussed and determined the date for their board retreat. The meeting was largely procedural, including public comments, approval of the agenda, and adjournment.
- Budget update on ESSER II and III one-time funding and other state funding
- Discussion to determine date for Board Retreat
- Public comments limited to agenda topics; other topics deferred to June 8 regular meeting
- Meeting conducted via Zoom due to Executive Order N-29-20
- Agenda approved and meeting adjourned unanimously
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2019- 2025
The San Bernardino City Unified School District Board of Education is meeting to take action on several items, including adopting two memorandums of understanding with the teachers union, appointing a new superintendent to a financing corporation, and approving a classified employee dismissal. The board also hears presentations on the student advisory council and the governor's budget update.
- Adopt MOU extending SBTA-SBCUSD collective bargaining agreement
- Adopt MOU for in-person summer school 2021 with SBTA
- Approve dismissal of classified employee HR-CLASS-20-21-13-ER
- Appoint Superintendent Harry "Doc" Ervin as Secretary/Treasurer of San Bernardino Schools Financing Corporation
- Renew agreement with Landrum and Associates Investigative Services for $5,000
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2019- 2025
This agenda announces that the annual Employee Appreciation Special Board meeting, normally held in May, has been canceled for 2021. No other business items are listed for this special meeting.
- Cancellation of the annual Employee Appreciation Special Board meeting
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2019- 2025
The San Bernardino City Unified School District Board of Education is meeting to conduct essential business, including approving several recognition resolutions and a disciplinary action. The board will also receive the district's initial contract proposal to the School Police Officers Association and hear updates on resuming services and task forces.
- Approved resolutions recognizing National Teacher Appreciation Week, California Student Mental Health Week, National School Nurse Day, and Classified School Employee Appreciation Week
- Approved a 2-day suspension without pay for a classified employee (HR-CLASS-20-21-12-ER)
- Received the initial contract proposal from SBCUSD to the San Bernardino School Police Officers Association, covering wages, hours, and reimbursement
- Heard a presentation on resuming District services
- Heard reports on the African American and Latino Student Achievement Task Forces
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2019- 2025
The San Bernardino City Unified School District Board of Education met on April 20, 2021, and took several actions, including approving a settlement with the San Bernardino Teachers Association (SBTA) and receiving the initial contract proposal from the San Bernardino School Police Officers Association (SBSPOA). The board also approved appointments for an elementary school principal and vice principal, and discussed resuming services and student achievement.
- Approved settlement with SBTA in PERB Case LA-CE-6535-E, paying 3 days' per diem to 4 members and removing documents from personnel files.
- Received SBSPOA initial contract proposal covering wages, leaves, and uniforms.
- Approved appointment of Elementary School Principal at Kimbark and Vice Principal at Lincoln.
- Proclaimed May 2021 as Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, Williams Syndrome Awareness Month, Labor History Month, and School Nutrition Employee Week.
- Held closed session for anticipated and existing litigation, labor negotiations, and personnel appointments.
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2019- 2025
The San Bernardino City Unified School District Board of Education held a regular meeting on April 6, 2021, conducted virtually under the Governor's COVID-19 executive order. The board approved several resolutions, including recognizing April as Public Schools Month, School Library Month, and National Bilingual/Multilingual Learner Advocacy Month, and adopted a resolution condemning harassment and violence toward people of Asian ancestry. A public hearing was held and the board adopted a Memorandum of Understanding with the California School Employees Association (CSEA) regarding the bargaining unit's return to work. The board also received a staff update on resuming services and heard public comments.
- Adopted MOU with CSEA Chapter 183 for return to work (filed with County Superintendent)
- Approved resolution condemning anti-Asian hatred, citing March 16 Atlanta shooting and CSUSB hate crime data
- Recognized April 2021 as Public Schools Month, School Library Month, and Bilingual/Multilingual Learner Advocacy Month
- Recognized April 21, 2021 as Administrative Professionals Day
- Closed session for anticipated litigation, labor negotiations with multiple unions, and personnel matters
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2019- 2025
The San Bernardino City Unified School District Board of Education held a special meeting on March 26, 2021, to consider and adopt a temporary amendment to Board Policy 6145 on extracurricular and cocurricular activities. The board voted unanimously to adopt the amendment, which was the only substantive action item on the agenda. Public comments were limited to this item, and the meeting was conducted virtually due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
- Adoption of temporary amendment to Board Policy 6145, Extracurricular and Cocurricular Activities (second reading)
- Unanimous vote (7-0) to adopt the policy amendment
- Public comments restricted to Item 3.1 only
- Meeting held virtually per Governor's Executive Order N-29-20
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2019- 2025
The San Bernardino City Unified School District Board of Education met to approve several personnel appointments, including a new Superintendent. The Board also received an initial contract proposal from the Communications Workers of America and reviewed financial reports.
- Appointment of Superintendent
- Appointment of Assistant Director, Special Education
- Appointment of Middle School Vice Principal
- Receipt of District's initial contract proposal to Communications Workers of America
- Renewal of MOU with Making Hope Happen Foundation (no cost)
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2019- 2025
This is a special closed-session meeting of the San Bernardino City Unified School District Board of Education. The only substantive item is a closed session to conduct superintendent interviews, with no vote taken. The meeting is open to the public only for comments on that topic, and no report will be issued after the closed session.
- Closed session for superintendent interviews (no vote)
- Public comments limited to the superintendent interview topic
- Meeting conducted via video conference due to COVID-19 executive order
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2019- 2025
The San Bernardino City Unified School District Board of Education held a regular meeting on March 2, 2021, conducted via video conference due to the COVID-19 executive order. The board approved a resolution recognizing César E. Chávez, took several personnel actions including a suspension and non-reelections, received a union negotiation request, and approved consent items including a $33,044 contract for Microsoft Intune deployment. The meeting also included presentations on the annual audited financial report and family engagement.
- Approved resolution recognizing César E. Chávez and encouraging schools to observe his birthday on March 31
- Approved 5-day suspension of classified employee HR-CLASS-20-21-10-ER
- Approved non-reelection notices for certificated employees HR-CERT-20-21-03, 04, 05
- Approved reassignment of principal HR-CERT-20-21-06
- Approved $33,044 agreement with ConvergeOne for Microsoft Intune deployment (CARES Act funding)
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2019- 2025
This is a special closed-session meeting of the San Bernardino City Unified School District Board of Education, held virtually due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The only substantive item is adjourning to closed session to conduct superintendent interviews, with no vote taken. Public comments are limited to that topic; other comments are deferred to the next regular meeting.
- Closed session for superintendent interviews (no vote)
- Public comments limited to the closed-session topic
- Meeting held via video conference per Executive Order N-29-20
- Agenda approved unanimously (4-0, one absent)
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2019- 2025
The San Bernardino City Unified School District Board of Education held a regular meeting on February 16, 2021, conducted via video conference due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The board voted to adopt an amendment to the Memorandum of Understanding with the San Bernardino Teachers Association regarding school reopening and continued closure, following a public hearing. The board also approved resolutions recognizing March as Arts Education Month and National Women's History Month, and discussed school athletics and the superintendent search.
- Adopted amendment to SBTA MOU on school reopening/closure related to COVID-19
- Approved resolution recognizing March as Arts Education Month
- Approved resolution recognizing March as National Women's History Month
- Approved Comprehensive School Safety Plans for 2020-21 for all listed schools
- Discussed school athletics and superintendent search
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2019- 2025
The San Bernardino City Unified School District Board of Education is holding a special meeting to conduct essential business. The board will receive public comments, approve the agenda, and then adjourn to closed session to discuss the appointment of a Superintendent (no vote). The meeting is held virtually due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
- Closed session discussion of Public Employee Appointment: Superintendent (no vote)
- Public comments accepted online due to building closure
- Meeting conducted under Governor's Executive Order N-29-20
- Next regular meeting scheduled for February 16, 2021
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2019- 2025
The San Bernardino City Unified School District Board of Education held a regular meeting on February 2, 2021, conducted via video conference due to pandemic restrictions. The Board voted to approve the appointment of two elementary school principals and one assistant director, as well as a five-day unpaid suspension for a classified employee. Additionally, the Board approved several consent items, including a $124,403.61 agreement for Alexandria software and a $9,711 contract for security services, both funded by CARES Act dollars.
- Approved appointment of Elementary School Principal at Roosevelt Elementary School
- Approved appointment of Elementary School Principal at Ramona-Alessandro Elementary School
- Approved appointment of Assistant Director, Student Wellness and Support Services
- Approved $124,403.61 agreement with Companion Corporation for Alexandria software
- Approved $9,711.00 agreement with ConvergeOne for two-factor authentication services
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2019- 2025
The San Bernardino City Unified School District Board of Education held a regular meeting on January 19, 2021, conducted virtually under the Governor's executive order. The board approved several resolutions, including recognitions for Martin Luther King Jr., African-American History Month, National School Counseling Week, Ronald Reagan Day, and a remembrance for former board member Dr. John Henry Woods Jr. It also approved personnel actions, including a high school vice principal appointment and disciplinary actions for employees, and authorized interfund borrowing of up to 85% of any fund's balance for fiscal year 2020-21.
- Approved resolution honoring Martin Luther King Jr.
- Approved resolution declaring February 2021 as African-American History Month
- Approved resolution recognizing National School Counseling Week (Feb 1-5, 2021)
- Approved resolution honoring Ronald Reagan Day (Feb 6, 2021)
- Approved borrowing up to 85% of any fund's balance for interfund transfers