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San Francisco Unified School District public meetings in 2021

94 substantive meetings from 2021, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Mon Dec 20, 2021

Imported Meetings: 2017- 2026

Mission Bay School project milestones and $100M bond reallocation updates

The SFUSD Buildings, Grounds, and Services Committee will receive status updates on the Mission Bay School project, including CEQA review, land transfer, and design-build contract timeline, and on next steps for projects funded by the October 2021 reallocation of $100 million from the 2016 GO Bond. No votes are scheduled; these are information items only.

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Thu Dec 16, 2021

Imported Meetings: 2017- 2026

SFUSD Board to vote on extending interim Lowell admissions policy for 2022-23

The San Francisco Unified School District Board of Education is holding a special virtual meeting to consider a resolution that would extend the interim Lowell High School admissions policy for the 2022-2023 school year. This action follows a court order that rescinded a previous policy change, and the board will also vote to suspend its rules to allow immediate action. The meeting is procedural in nature, with no other substantive agenda items listed.

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Tue Dec 14, 2021

Imported Meetings: 2017- 2026

SFUSD Board to confirm CPAC appointments and approve consent items

The San Francisco Unified School District Board of Education will hold a virtual regular meeting on December 14, 2021, during the COVID-19 public health emergency. The board will take action on appointing two members to the Child Care Planning & Advisory Council (CPAC) and approving a consent calendar that includes finance, facilities, and personnel resolutions. The agenda also includes reports from the Superintendent, student delegates, and the Parent Advisory Council, as well as public comment periods.

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Tue Dec 7, 2021

Imported Meetings: 2017- 2026

SFUSD board reviews $125M deficit, budget balancing plan

The San Francisco Unified School District Board of Education is holding a special virtual meeting to discuss the FY 2021-22 First Interim Report, a proposed Educator Effectiveness Block Grant expenditure plan, and a Zero-Based Budgeting process to address an estimated $125 million operating budget deficit for FY 2022-23. The board will also review a proposed budget balancing plan and an alternative plan sponsored by Commissioner Alexander. Final approval of these items is scheduled for the December 14 regular meeting.

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Mon Dec 6, 2021

Imported Meetings: 2017- 2026

SFUSD committee to review translation practices and 2022 state legislative priorities

The San Francisco Unified School District Board of Education's Rules, Policy and Legislation Committee will discuss the district's current translation and interpretation practices, including a budget report and a draft board policy. The committee will also consider and potentially adopt positions on state and federal legislative proposals for 2022, focusing on funding, special education, teacher staffing, internet access, and early care.

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Wed Dec 1, 2021

Imported Meetings: 2017- 2026

SFUSD board to review $125M deficit balancing plan

The San Francisco Unified School District's Budget and Business Services Committee is meeting virtually to discuss the proposed budget balancing plan for Fiscal Year 2022-23, which addresses an estimated $125 million operating budget deficit. The committee will review the plan, discuss tradeoffs, and consider new funding sources, including an update on Proposition G litigation. This is an informational discussion ahead of the board's vote to adopt the plan on December 14, 2021.

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Mon Nov 29, 2021

Imported Meetings: 2017- 2026

SFUSD Board holds special meeting on Lowell lawsuit and expulsions

The San Francisco Unified School District Board of Education is holding a special virtual meeting on November 29, 2021. The agenda includes a closed session to discuss existing litigation (Friends of Lowell Foundation et al. v. San Francisco Board of Education) and a public vote on student expulsion matters. The meeting is procedural, with no other substantive items listed.

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Mon Nov 22, 2021

Imported Meetings: 2017- 2026

Mission Bay school project status update at SFUSD committee meeting

The Augmented Buildings, Grounds, and Services Committee of the SFUSD Board of Education is meeting virtually to receive a status update on the Mission Bay school project. The presentation will cover progress over the past 18 months, current design and scope, and policy rationale. No action items are on the agenda.

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Thu Nov 18, 2021

Imported Meetings: 2017- 2026

SFUSD committee to review staff diversity and hiring for 2021-22

The Augmented Ad Hoc Committee on Personnel Matters, Labor Relations and Affordability will hear a presentation on diversity goals and achievements in certificated and administrative hiring for the 2021-22 school year, along with current staffing and recruitment strategies. The meeting is virtual due to COVID-19, with public comment available by video or phone.

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Wed Nov 17, 2021

Imported Meetings: 2017- 2026

SFUSD committee discusses $125M deficit and zero-based budget plan

The Augmented Budget and Business Services Committee is meeting to discuss the Fiscal Year 2022-23 Zero Based Budgeting process, which addresses an estimated $125 million operating budget deficit. This informational item is part of a series leading to adoption of a Budget Balancing Plan on December 14, 2021. The meeting is virtual due to the COVID-19 public health emergency.

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Tue Nov 16, 2021

Imported Meetings: 2017- 2026

SFUSD Board to plan superintendent search process

The Board of Education held a special meeting to determine key milestones and decisions for the upcoming superintendent search. The Board met with associates from HYA to discuss search methods, community engagement, and candidate evaluation criteria.

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Mon Nov 15, 2021

Imported Meetings: 2017- 2026

SFUSD committee discusses new elementary school assignment zones

The Augmented Ad Hoc Committee on Student Assignment is meeting virtually to guide implementation of the new zone-based elementary student assignment policy (Board Policy 5101.2). The agenda includes a staff presentation on policy background, project updates, fall community engagement results, and how community input is being used to draft elementary zones, followed by public comment and board discussion. No votes or decisions are listed; the meeting is an information and discussion session.

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Tue Nov 9, 2021

Imported Meetings: 2017- 2026

SFUSD board to discuss $125M deficit, zero-based budget plan

The San Francisco Unified School District Board of Education will hold a regular virtual meeting on November 9, 2021. The board will receive updates on the Fa'aSamoa Initiative and the Our Healing in Our Hands resolution, and will discuss the Fiscal Year 2022-23 Zero Based Budgeting process, which addresses an estimated $125 million operating budget deficit. The meeting also includes routine items such as approval of minutes, public comment, and advisory committee reports.

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Mon Nov 8, 2021

Imported Meetings: 2017- 2026

SFUSD Curriculum Committee meeting cancelled for Nov 8, 2021

The Augmented Curriculum and Program Committee meeting scheduled for November 8, 2021, will not take place. The agenda contains only general information about virtual meeting procedures, ADA accommodations, and translation services, with no action or information items listed.

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Wed Nov 3, 2021

Imported Meetings: 2017- 2026

SFUSD committee to review PEEF audit, Medi-Cal, OPEB

The Augmented Budget and Business Services Committee of the SFUSD Board of Education is meeting virtually to discuss four information items: the FY 2019-20 Public Education Enrichment Fund (PEEF) audit, an update on Medi-Cal billing resolution, a presentation on Other Post Employment Benefits (OPEB) liabilities, and the FY 2021-22 budget calendar. No votes are scheduled; the meeting is for discussion and information only.

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Tue Nov 2, 2021

Imported Meetings: 2017- 2026

SFUSD board weighs $125M deficit, zero-based budget plan

The San Francisco Unified School District Board of Education is holding a special Committee of the Whole meeting to discuss the district's initial Budget Balancing Plan for Fiscal Year 2022-23, which addresses a projected $125 million operating budget deficit. The board will also hold closed sessions on student expulsions, employee discipline, anticipated litigation, and labor negotiations. No formal action will be taken at this meeting, as it is for discussion and recommendations only.

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Mon Nov 1, 2021

Imported Meetings: 2017- 2026

SFUSD board committee to adopt 2022 state legislative priorities

The San Francisco Unified School District Board of Education's Rules, Policy and Legislation Committee will meet virtually to consider action items, including adopting the district's 2022 state legislative priorities and approving several board policy updates. The committee will also discuss and hear public testimony on the district's translation and interpretation practices.

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Tue Oct 26, 2021

Imported Meetings: 2017- 2026

SFUSD discusses $125 million projected budget deficit and balancing plan

The Board of Education is reviewing a zero-based budgeting process to address an estimated $125 million operating deficit for Fiscal Year 2022-23. Staff will present updates on budget trends, community engagement, and a proposed template for balancing the budget. The meeting also includes reports on school safety, learning programs, and advisory council activities.

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Mon Oct 18, 2021

Imported Meetings: 2017- 2026

SFUSD curriculum committee to review summer programs and dyslexia supports

The San Francisco Unified School District's Augmented Curriculum and Program Committee is meeting virtually to discuss information items, including summer 2021 program participation data and an overview of dyslexia supports. No action items are on the agenda, so the meeting is informational only.

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Thu Oct 14, 2021

Imported Meetings: 2017- 2026

SFUSD Board continues Oct 12 meeting; hears remaining items only

This is a continuation of the October 12, 2021 regular board meeting, with only items not heard that day on the agenda. The board will take action on consent calendar items, including ratification of contracts under $96,700, and hear reports from the Superintendent, student delegates, and the Parent Advisory Council. The meeting is virtual due to COVID-19.

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Thu Oct 14, 2021

Imported Meetings: 2017- 2026

SFUSD board to pick firm for superintendent search

The San Francisco Unified School District Board of Education is holding a special virtual meeting to interview three executive search firms and select one to conduct the search for the next Superintendent. The board will provide direction to staff to negotiate a professional services agreement with the chosen firm. Public comment is limited to one minute per speaker during the presentations.

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Tue Oct 12, 2021

Imported Meetings: 2017- 2026

SFUSD Board to ratify contracts and approve routine items

The San Francisco Unified School District Board of Education is holding a regular virtual meeting. The agenda includes routine items such as approving minutes, recognizing employees, and receiving reports. The board will also vote on a consent calendar that includes ratifying contracts under $96,700 and other administrative resolutions.

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Wed Oct 6, 2021

Imported Meetings: 2017- 2026

SFUSD committee to vote on $429M in bond sales and COVID recovery plan

The Augmented Budget and Business Services Committee will consider two resolutions authorizing the sale of up to $284,250,000 in general obligation bonds and $145,000,000 in refunding bonds, both funded under Prop A 2016. The committee will also review a fiscal impact analysis of a resolution outlining COVID-19 safety measures for schools, including air filtration, testing, and remote learning options. The meeting is virtual due to the COVID-19 public health emergency.

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Tue Oct 5, 2021

Imported Meetings: 2017- 2026

SFUSD discusses $100 million budget deficit and textbook sufficiency

The Board of Education is reviewing a zero-based budgeting process to address a projected $100 million operating deficit for Fiscal Year 2022-23. The meeting also includes a public hearing to approve a resolution regarding the sufficiency of textbooks and instructional materials.

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Mon Oct 4, 2021

Imported Meetings: 2017- 2026

SFUSD board committee to adopt positions on state/federal legislation and new teacher assignment policy

The Augmented Rules, Policy and Legislation Committee of the SFUSD Board of Education is meeting virtually to take action on two items: adopting district positions on selected state and federal legislative proposals, and accepting Board Policy 4113 on certificated personnel assignment for second reading and adoption. The meeting is held under COVID-19 remote participation rules.

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Tue Sep 28, 2021

Imported Meetings: 2017- 2026

SFUSD Board to confirm special education committee appointments and ratify contracts

The SFUSD Board of Education will hold a virtual meeting to review superintendent reports, approve board minutes, and confirm two new members to the Community Advisory Council for Special Education. The agenda also includes the ratification of various administrative contracts and personnel resolutions.

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Mon Sep 27, 2021

Imported Meetings: 2017- 2026

SFUSD buildings committee to hear updates on site conditions, air cleaners, bond

The Augmented Buildings, Grounds, and Services Committee will receive status updates on three topics: efforts to address physical site conditions at Buena Vista Horace Mann, preparations for in-person operations including portable air cleaner distribution, and the implementation of the 2016 General Obligation Bond. No action items are on the agenda.

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Wed Sep 22, 2021

Imported Meetings: 2017- 2026

SFUSD committee reviews new zone-based student assignment policy

The Augmented Ad Hoc Committee on Student Assignment is meeting virtually to review the Board's goals and key features of a new zone-based student assignment policy for elementary schools, and to confirm a two-year implementation timeline. The committee will also discuss plans for community input before drafting elementary zones and findings from preliminary research on an equity tiebreaker. No action items are on the agenda; the meeting consists of a staff presentation, public comment, and board discussion.

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Tue Sep 21, 2021

Imported Meetings: 2017- 2026

SFUSD board to approve $5M fall budget cuts, staff reassignments

The San Francisco Unified School District Board of Education will hold a special meeting to vote on fall budget revisions for the 2021-22 school year, which involve consolidating and reassigning certificated employees to address a staffing shortage and enrollment decline, saving approximately $5 million. The board will also consider appointments to the Equity Audit Action Plan Committee and hold closed sessions on litigation and labor negotiations.

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Thu Sep 16, 2021

Imported Meetings: 2017- 2026

SFUSD board to appoint Equity Audit Action Plan Committee members

The San Francisco Unified School District Board of Education is holding a special virtual meeting. The board will receive a training on the Brown Act from the California School Boards Association and vote on appointing 24 community members to the Equity Audit Action Plan Committee, which was established in response to systemic racism at Lowell High School.

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Tue Sep 14, 2021

Imported Meetings: 2017- 2026

SFUSD Board to ratify contracts under $96,700 and approve consent items

The San Francisco Unified School District Board of Education will hold a regular virtual meeting on September 14, 2021, due to the COVID-19 public health emergency. The board will consider consent calendar items, including ratification of contracts under $96,700 processed between August 14 and September 3, 2021, and approval of board minutes. The agenda also includes reports from the Superintendent, student delegates, and advisory committees, as well as public comment periods.

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Mon Sep 13, 2021

Imported Meetings: 2017- 2026

SFUSD board committee to discuss COVID recovery roadmap for schools

The San Francisco Unified School District's Curriculum and Program Committee is meeting virtually to discuss and potentially recommend a resolution on a COVID-19 recovery roadmap for schools, which includes safety measures like air filtration, testing, and remote learning options. The committee will also receive informational updates on independent study programs, secondary English instruction, and Williams Act compliance for instructional materials.

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Wed Sep 1, 2021

Imported Meetings: 2017- 2026

SFUSD budget committee to review FY 2021-22 budget and zero-based budgeting

The Augmented Budget and Business Services Committee is meeting virtually to discuss budget-related information items, including the FY 2021-22 budget calendar, a budget update, and an overview of zero-based budgeting for FY 2022-23. No action items are on the agenda. The meeting is procedural and informational, with no votes expected.

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Mon Aug 30, 2021

Imported Meetings: 2017- 2026

Committee reviews new policies on infectious diseases and personnel assignments

The Augmented Rules, Policy and Legislation Committee is reviewing district positions on legislative proposals and two new board policies. The committee will consider updates regarding health education for communicable diseases and requirements for monitoring employee assignments.

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Tue Aug 24, 2021

Imported Meetings: 2017- 2026

SFUSD provides update on the search for a new Superintendent

The Board of Education is reviewing the process to hire a successor to Dr. Matthews, who intends to retire at the end of the 2021-2022 school year. The District has issued a Request for Qualifications and is currently soliciting proposals from executive search firms.

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Tue Aug 24, 2021

Imported Meetings: 2017- 2026

SFUSD considers software agreement with Edgenuity Inc.

The Board of Education is considering an agreement for software subscription and support services from Edgenuity Inc. This platform would support a pilot Online Demand Learning Program providing asynchronous instruction for grades 6-12.

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Mon Aug 23, 2021

Imported Meetings: 2017- 2026

SFUSD committee to receive updates on facilities and transportation services

The Augmented Buildings, Grounds, and Services Committee meeting contains only information items with no action items listed for decision. The committee will receive updates regarding site preparation for in-person learning, capital planning for the 2021-2022 year, and school year transportation services.

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Thu Aug 12, 2021

Imported Meetings: 2017- 2026

SFUSD Board to hold special meeting regarding litigation and labor negotiations

The SFUSD Board of Education will hold a special virtual meeting on August 12, 2021. The agenda consists primarily of closed session items involving legal counsel, labor negotiations, and student expulsion matters.

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Wed Aug 11, 2021

Imported Meetings: 2017- 2026

CSBA to provide Brown Act training to the Board of Education

The SFUSD Board of Education will attend a special meeting featuring an in-depth training session on the Ralph M. Brown Act. The presentation will be delivered by experts from the California School Boards Association (CSBA) to help the Board understand and avoid violations of state sunshine laws.

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Tue Aug 10, 2021

Imported Meetings: 2017- 2026

SFUSD Board to discuss Fall 2021-2022 school opening preparations

The SFUSD Board of Education will meet virtually to discuss updates regarding the upcoming Fall 2021-2022 school year, including health, safety, and facilities. The agenda also includes the approval of various personnel, finance, and facility resolutions.

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Mon Aug 9, 2021

Imported Meetings: 2017- 2026

SFUSD committee to review music education audit and arts equity plan

The Augmented Curriculum and Program Committee is meeting virtually to discuss two information items: the results of a music education audit conducted by The Mr. Holland's Opus Foundation, and SFUSD's Arts & Creativity 2025 Arts Equity Plan. No action items are on the agenda, so the committee will only receive presentations and discuss these topics.

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Tue Aug 3, 2021

Imported Meetings: 2017- 2026

SFUSD special meeting cancelled; no actions will be taken

This August 3, 2021 special Committee of the Whole meeting of the San Francisco Unified School District Board is cancelled and will not take place. The agenda included items for discussion, closed session, and possible votes on student expulsions and employment contracts, but none will occur.

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Mon Aug 2, 2021

Imported Meetings: 2017- 2026

SFUSD committee meeting cancelled; no actions taken

The Augmented Rules, Policy and Legislation Committee meeting scheduled for August 2, 2021, will not take place. The agenda includes only procedural items and proposed board policies for first reading, but no decisions will be made.

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Wed Jul 7, 2021

Imported Meetings: 2017- 2026

SF Board of Education Brown Act training cancelled, to be rescheduled

This special meeting of the San Francisco Board of Education has been cancelled and will be rescheduled. It was intended as an in-person training on the Brown Act, California's open-meeting law, for the Board and Superintendent, with a presentation from the California School Boards Association. The agenda also included a public comment period and a mask requirement for attendees.

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Thu Jun 24, 2021

Imported Meetings: 2017- 2026

SFUSD board holds special meeting with closed-session legal and labor items

The San Francisco Unified School District Board of Education is meeting virtually for a special session on June 24, 2021. The agenda consists entirely of closed-session items, including student grade appeals, employee discipline, anticipated and existing litigation, and labor negotiations, followed by a public report on actions taken.

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Tue Jun 22, 2021

Imported Meetings: 2017- 2026

SFUSD Board to vote on appointments, personnel actions, and contracts

The San Francisco Unified School District Board of Education will hold a regular virtual meeting on June 22, 2021, to discuss and act on several items. Key actions include approving board minutes, appointing new members to the Parent Advisory Council, and approving personnel resolutions and contracts. The board will also receive updates on the return to in-person learning and hear public comments.

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Tue Jun 15, 2021

Imported Meetings: 2017- 2026

SFUSD discusses FY 2021-22 budget and PEEF expenditure plan in special meeting

The San Francisco Unified School District Board of Education convened a virtual Special Meeting as a Committee of the Whole to discuss informational items. Key topics included the Superintendent's proposal for the Public Education Enrichment Fund (PEEF) Expenditure Plan for 2021-2022 and the Fiscal Year 2021-2024 Local Control Accountability Plan (LCAP). The Board also reviewed the recommended budget for Fiscal Year 2021-2022. No final votes were taken, as Committee of the Whole sessions are limited to informal debate and recommendations.

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Tue Jun 8, 2021

Imported Meetings: 2017- 2026

SFUSD Board to vote on consent calendar including contracts under $96,700

The San Francisco Unified School District Board of Education will hold a virtual regular meeting on June 8, 2021. The agenda includes approval of minutes, reports from the Superintendent and student delegates, and a discussion on returning to in-person learning. The board will also vote on a consent calendar that includes ratification of contracts under $96,700, as well as finance, facilities, and personnel resolutions.

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Mon Jun 7, 2021

Imported Meetings: 2017- 2026

SFUSD board committee to vote on legislative positions and policy updates

The SFUSD Board of Education's Rules, Policy and Legislation Committee will consider and take action on district positions for selected legislative proposals, including a local proposition and a universal school meals act. The committee will also recommend several board policy amendments for second reading and adoption, covering topics like dual enrollment, certification, immunizations, and sexual harassment. The meeting is virtual due to the COVID-19 public health emergency.

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Wed Jun 2, 2021

Imported Meetings: 2017- 2026

SFUSD budget committee to review enrollment, budget, and EmpowerSF contract

The San Francisco Unified School District's Budget and Business Services Committee is meeting virtually to discuss several information items, including enrollment trends, the FY 2021-22 budget update with May Revise and revenue updates, the LCAP stakeholder engagement process, and an update on the EmpowerSF project including an Infosys contract amendment. No action items are on the agenda; all items are for discussion and information only.

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Tue May 25, 2021

Imported Meetings: 2017- 2026

SFUSD Board to appoint members to oversight committees

The San Francisco Unified School District Board of Education is meeting virtually to conduct routine business, including approving minutes, receiving reports, and making appointments to advisory committees. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major policy decisions or public hearings listed.

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Thu May 13, 2021

Imported Meetings: 2017- 2026

SFUSD board to vote on easing 2021 graduation requirements due to COVID-19

The San Francisco Unified School District Board of Education is holding a special virtual meeting to take action on a policy that would allow seniors in the Class of 2021, negatively impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic, to voluntarily graduate under state minimum requirements (Plan 3) instead of the standard a-g requirements (Plan 1). The board will also hold closed sessions to discuss personnel matters and litigation. The meeting is conducted virtually due to the public health emergency.

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Wed May 12, 2021

Imported Meetings: 2017- 2026

SFUSD budget committee to review PEEF spending, reopening, revenue

The San Francisco Unified School District's Budget and Business Services Committee is meeting virtually to discuss several informational items, including an update on the Public Education Enrichment Fund (PEEF) expenditure plan, the committee's calendar, school reopening status, and revenue updates. No action items are listed, so the meeting is for discussion and information only.

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Tue May 11, 2021

Imported Meetings: 2017- 2026

SFUSD Board to review return to in-person learning status

The San Francisco Unified School District Board of Education is holding a regular virtual meeting on May 11, 2021. The agenda includes a status update on the district's spring reopening and the return of students to in-person learning, as well as routine items like approving minutes, recognizing staff, and ratifying contracts. The meeting is largely procedural, with no major policy decisions or public hearings on specific projects.

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Wed May 5, 2021

Imported Meetings: 2017- 2026

SFUSD Budget Committee Meeting Postponed

The San Francisco Unified School District's Augmented Budget and Business Services Committee meeting scheduled for May 5, 2021, has been postponed. The agenda lists no action items and several information items, including a budget calendar, school reopening update, revenue update, and PEEF expenditure plan update, but these will not be discussed as scheduled.

Tue May 4, 2021

Imported Meetings: 2017- 2026

SFUSD board to discuss learning recovery funds, bond oversight, spending priorities

The San Francisco Unified School District Board of Education will hold a virtual special meeting as a Committee of the Whole to discuss informational items, including a budget update on learning recovery funds, an overview of the Citizens' Bond Oversight Committee, and a resolution on classroom instructional spending. The board will also convene in closed session to discuss anticipated and existing litigation, public employee discipline, and labor negotiations. No formal action will be taken on the informational items, as the Committee of the Whole only makes recommendations.

Mon May 3, 2021

Imported Meetings: 2017- 2026

SFUSD committee meeting cancelled for May 3, 2021

This meeting of the Augmented Rules, Policy and Legislation Committee will not take place. The agenda contains only general information about accessibility and teleconference procedures, with no action or information items listed.

Thu Apr 22, 2021

Imported Meetings: 2017- 2026

SFUSD Board to discuss and decide on revisions to its rules and procedures

The San Francisco Unified School District Board of Education is holding a special virtual meeting on April 22, 2021. The main action item is a discussion and decision on potential revisions to several Board Rules and Procedures, including governance standards, board member authority, and meeting conduct. The board will also hold closed sessions to discuss personnel, litigation, and labor negotiations.

Tue Apr 20, 2021

Imported Meetings: 2017- 2026

SFUSD Board to elect new Vice President after Collins removed

The San Francisco Unified School District Board of Education will hold a regular virtual meeting on April 20, 2021. The board will elect a new Vice President for the remainder of 2021, approve minutes, and hear reports from the Superintendent and student delegates. It will also receive reports from advisory committees and consider appointments to the bond oversight committee.

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Tue Apr 13, 2021

Imported Meetings: 2017- 2026

SFUSD special meeting cancelled; no actions will be taken

This is a notice that the April 13, 2021 special Committee of the Whole meeting will not take place. The agenda contains only procedural boilerplate about virtual meeting logistics, ADA accommodations, and translation services, with no substantive items for discussion or decision.

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Mon Apr 12, 2021

Imported Meetings: 2017- 2026

Curriculum and Program Committee meeting cancelled

This meeting of the San Francisco Unified School District's Curriculum and Program Committee was scheduled for April 12, 2021, but the agenda explicitly states it will not take place. The agenda contains only general information items about accessibility and teleconference procedures, with no action or information items listed.

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Thu Apr 8, 2021

Imported Meetings: 2017- 2026

SFUSD board holds special meeting with closed session on litigation and personnel

The San Francisco Unified School District Board of Education is holding a virtual special meeting on April 8, 2021. The agenda is primarily procedural, consisting of a closed session to discuss existing litigation, anticipated litigation, and public employee appointments and discipline, followed by a public session to report on closed session actions and adjourn.

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Wed Apr 7, 2021

Imported Meetings: 2017- 2026

SFUSD budget committee reviews FY 2020-21 updates and LCAP plan

The San Francisco Unified School District's Budget and Business Services Committee is meeting virtually to discuss budget updates for FY 2020-21, including school reopening costs, revenue projections, learning recovery funding, and zero-based budgeting. They will also review the 2021-24 Local Control and Accountability Plan (LCAP) development. No action items are on the agenda; all items are for information only.

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Tue Apr 6, 2021

Imported Meetings: 2017- 2026

SFUSD Board to vote on CBOC appointment, discuss return to in-person learning

The San Francisco Unified School District Board of Education is holding a regular virtual meeting on April 6, 2021. The board will vote on the appointment of Bree Mawhorter to the Independent Citizen's Bond Oversight Committee and discuss updates on the Safe and Supportive Schools Resolution and the return to in-person learning. The agenda also includes routine items such as approval of minutes, public comment, and consent calendar items.

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Mon Apr 5, 2021

Imported Meetings: 2017- 2026

SFUSD board committee to take positions on state legislative proposals

The Augmented Rules, Policy and Legislation Committee of the SFUSD Board of Education is meeting virtually to consider and potentially act on District positions regarding selected legislative proposals. The agenda includes only one action item, which is the legislative overview, and the rest is procedural information about virtual meeting access and accommodations.

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Mon Mar 29, 2021

Imported Meetings: 2017- 2026

SFUSD committee to discuss new school start times and facilities prep

The Augmented Buildings, Grounds, and Services Committee is meeting virtually to discuss several information items, including developing a new start time for Fall 2021, facilities preparation for in-person learning, capital planning condition assessment, and recruitment for the General Obligation Bond Oversight Committee. No action items are on the agenda.

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Thu Mar 25, 2021

Imported Meetings: 2017- 2026

Board to vote on removing Commissioner Collins from vice-president role

The San Francisco Unified School District Board of Education is holding a special virtual meeting to consider a motion to suspend rules and a resolution of no confidence to remove Commissioner Collins from her position as vice-president and from board committees for the duration of her term. The board will also hold closed sessions to discuss employee discipline, labor negotiations, litigation, and appointments. The meeting is conducted virtually due to the COVID-19 public health emergency.

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Tue Mar 23, 2021

Imported Meetings: 2017- 2026

SFUSD Board to discuss return to in-person learning

The San Francisco Unified School District Board of Education is holding a regular virtual meeting on March 23, 2021. The agenda includes a discussion on returning to in-person learning, along with routine items such as approving minutes, hearing reports, and ratifying contracts under $95,200. Public comment is available via Zoom or phone.

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Tue Mar 16, 2021

Imported Meetings: 2017- 2026

SFUSD board to vote on $5M COVID testing contract with Color Lab

The San Francisco Unified School District Board of Education will hold a virtual special meeting as a Committee of the Whole. The board will consider approving a contract with Color Lab for asymptomatic COVID-19 testing for staff and students, not to exceed $5 million. They will also discuss summer programming, a budget update including the American Rescue Plan, and an athletics update. The meeting includes a closed session for anticipated litigation.

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Mon Mar 15, 2021

Imported Meetings: 2017- 2026

SFUSD committee to hear staffing and diversity recruitment update

The Augmented Ad Hoc Committee on Personnel Matters, Labor Relations and Affordability is meeting virtually to receive an information update on certificated staffing and diversity recruitment. The agenda contains only this one substantive item, along with procedural notices about virtual meeting access and public comment.

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Thu Mar 11, 2021

Imported Meetings: 2017- 2026

Board to consider agreement for school re-opening and distance learning

The Board of Education is meeting to ratify a tentative agreement with United Educators of San Francisco (UESF) regarding in-person, hybrid, and distance learning. The agreement covers instructional schedules, COVID-19 safety protocols, and staff accommodations through June 30, 2021.

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Wed Mar 10, 2021

Imported Meetings: 2017- 2026

SFUSD committee to discuss elementary school student assignment policy

The Augmented Ad Hoc Committee on Student Assignment will review a staff presentation regarding Policy 5101.2 for elementary school student assignments. The presentation includes a recap of policy development and the timeline for implementation.

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Tue Mar 9, 2021

Imported Meetings: 2017- 2026

SFUSD Board holds initial hearing on Five Keys charter renewals

The San Francisco Unified School District Board of Education is meeting virtually to conduct an initial public hearing on renewal petitions for three Five Keys charter schools (Five Keys Charter School, Five Keys Adult School, and Five Keys Independence High School), which serve incarcerated and formerly incarcerated students. The board will also receive updates on returning to in-person learning and hear public comment. The agenda includes routine items like approving minutes and recognizing commendations.

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Mon Mar 8, 2021

Imported Meetings: 2017- 2026

SFUSD committee to vote on suspending state standardized tests for 2020-21

The SFUSD Board of Education's Augmented Curriculum and Program Committee is meeting virtually to consider a resolution supporting the suspension of the Smarter Balanced Assessment Consortium (SBAC) for the 2020-21 school year, which would be recommended for adoption by the full board. The committee will also receive updates on language arts instruction and on sports, libraries, arts, and music (SLAM) programs. The meeting is procedural in nature, with no other action items listed.

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Wed Mar 3, 2021

Imported Meetings: 2017- 2026

SFUSD budget committee reviews FY 2020-21 interim report and FY 2021-22 planning

The Augmented Budget and Business Services Committee is meeting virtually to discuss the FY 2020-21 Second Interim Report and FY 2021-22 budget planning, including school reopening expenses and budget development. No action items are on the agenda; all items are informational. The meeting is held remotely due to the COVID-19 public health emergency.

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Tue Mar 2, 2021

Imported Meetings: 2017- 2026

SFUSD board to discuss graduation requirements, in-person learning updates

The San Francisco Unified School District Board of Education will hold a virtual special meeting as a Committee of the Whole to discuss and consider proposals on several matters, including a Pre-K-12 facilities update, an in-person learning update for secondary schools, and possible amendments to Board Policy 6146.1 on high school graduation requirements. The board will also hold a closed session to discuss existing litigation, labor negotiations, and public employee discipline. No formal action will be taken except recommendations to the full board.

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Mon Mar 1, 2021

Imported Meetings: 2017- 2026

SFUSD board committee to take positions on state legislative bills

The Augmented Rules, Policy and Legislation Committee will consider and vote on District positions for selected legislative proposals affecting K-12 education. The meeting is held virtually due to the COVID-19 public health emergency, with public comment available by video or phone. No other action or information items are listed.

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Thu Feb 25, 2021

Imported Meetings: 2017- 2026

SFUSD board to hold closed session on litigation, personnel, labor

The San Francisco Unified School District Board of Education is holding a special virtual meeting on February 25, 2021. The agenda includes a closed session to discuss anticipated and existing litigation, public employee appointments and discipline, and labor negotiations. After the closed session, the board will reconvene publicly to report actions and vote on student expulsion matters.

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Tue Feb 23, 2021

Imported Meetings: 2017- 2026

SFUSD Board to approve contracts, minutes at virtual special meeting

The San Francisco Unified School District Board of Education is holding a virtual special meeting on February 23, 2021, to approve board minutes and a consent calendar of contracts and resolutions. The agenda includes public comment periods and reports from the Superintendent and student delegates. The meeting is conducted remotely due to the COVID-19 public health emergency.

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Mon Feb 22, 2021

Imported Meetings: 2017- 2026

The February 22, 2021, Buildings, Grounds, and Services Committee meeting was cancelled

The scheduled meeting for the Augmented Buildings, Grounds, and Services Committee will not be held. The agenda contains only procedural information regarding accessibility and teleconferencing.

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Tue Feb 16, 2021

Imported Meetings: 2017- 2026

SFUSD special meeting rescheduled to Feb 23; closed session on litigation and superintendent evaluation

This February 16, 2021 special meeting agenda was forwarded to a special meeting on February 23, 2021 at 3:00 p.m. The agenda includes only general information about virtual meeting logistics and closed session items: anticipated litigation (including a Brown Act allegation letter) and a public employee performance evaluation for the Superintendent. No substantive public action items are listed.

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Thu Feb 11, 2021

Imported Meetings: 2017- 2026

SFUSD Board holds special meeting with closed session on litigation and labor

The San Francisco Unified School District Board of Education is holding a virtual special meeting during the COVID-19 emergency. The agenda is largely procedural, with the main substantive items occurring in closed session, where the board will discuss anticipated and existing litigation, labor negotiations, and public employee discipline. The public portion includes only general information and a report on closed session actions.

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Mon Feb 8, 2021

Imported Meetings: 2017- 2026

SFUSD committee to vote on restoring bullying policy training language

The SFUSD Board of Education's Augmented Curriculum and Program Committee will consider recommending Board Policy 5131.2 on Bullying and Harassment for adoption, correcting an error that removed staff training and intervention language. The meeting also includes informational updates on Black History Month celebrations and a Black Studies resolution update. The meeting is virtual due to COVID-19.

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Wed Feb 3, 2021

Imported Meetings: 2017- 2026

SFUSD budget committee to review reopening, TRANs, and FY21-22 planning

The Augmented Budget and Business Services Committee is meeting virtually to discuss several information items, including the FY 2020-21 committee calendar, issuance of Tax and Revenue Anticipation Notes (TRANs), an update on school reopening, FY 2021-22 budget planning (including district priorities and zero-based budgeting), and a transportation contract RFP update. No action items are listed on the agenda.

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Tue Feb 2, 2021

Imported Meetings: 2017- 2026

SFUSD board to discuss Lowell racism resolution and ethnic studies update

The San Francisco Unified School District Board of Education is holding a virtual special meeting to discuss an equity resolution and ethnic studies update, and to introduce a resolution responding to systemic racism at Lowell High School. The board will also hold closed sessions for anticipated litigation and labor negotiations. Public comment is available via Zoom or phone.

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Tue Jan 26, 2021

Imported Meetings: 2017- 2026

SFUSD Board to vote on resolution supporting American Indian/Alaskan Native narrative

The San Francisco Unified School District Board of Education is holding a virtual regular meeting on January 26, 2021, during the COVID-19 public health emergency. The board will consider adopting Resolution No. 211-26A1, which supports reclaiming the American Indian/Alaskan Native narrative, and will also vote on consent calendar items including personnel actions and finance resolutions. Public comment is available via video conference, phone, or email.

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Mon Jan 25, 2021

Imported Meetings: 2017- 2026

SFUSD committee to discuss school site preparation and bond planning

The Augmented Buildings, Grounds, and Services Committee will review updates regarding the preparation of district sites for in-person learning. The meeting also includes an announcement regarding a gift for Mission Bay School and a presentation on the planning process for a potential November 2022 General Obligation Bond.

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Tue Jan 19, 2021

Imported Meetings: 2017- 2026

SFUSD board to discuss COVID-19 learning, labor negotiations in closed session

The San Francisco Unified School District Board of Education is holding a special Committee of the Whole meeting to discuss improvements to crisis distance learning, safe return to in-person learning, family communication, and city/community partnerships. The board will also hold a closed session to discuss labor negotiations with multiple employee organizations, and may vote on student expulsion matters and employment contracts for unrepresented chief executive employees upon reconvening.

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Tue Jan 12, 2021

Imported Meetings: 2017- 2026

SFUSD Board to elect officers, re-adopt rules at annual meeting

The San Francisco Unified School District Board of Education will hold its annual organizational meeting, electing a president and vice president and re-adopting its rules and procedures. The board will also consider appointments to advisory councils and approve minutes from the December 8, 2020 meeting. The agenda is largely procedural, with no substantive policy or budget items listed.

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Mon Jan 11, 2021

Imported Meetings: 2017- 2026

SFUSD curriculum committee to hear updates on teaching pathway and distance learning

The San Francisco Unified School District's Augmented Curriculum and Program Committee is meeting virtually on January 11, 2021, to discuss two information items: an update on the Pathway to Teaching program and an update on distance learning. No action items are on the agenda, so the committee will only receive information and not vote on any matters.

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Thu Jan 7, 2021

Imported Meetings: 2017- 2026

SFUSD Board holds special meeting for closed labor negotiations

The San Francisco Unified School District Board of Education is holding a special virtual meeting on January 7, 2021, primarily to convene a closed session to discuss labor negotiations with multiple employee unions. The agenda includes only procedural items: a notice about the virtual meeting format, public comment limited to closed session items, and a report on closed session actions upon reconvening. No substantive public decisions or discussions are listed.

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Wed Jan 6, 2021

Imported Meetings: 2017- 2026

SFUSD special meeting cancelled; no decisions will be made

This January 6, 2021 special meeting of the SFUSD Board of Education has been cancelled. The agenda included only procedural items: a notice about virtual meeting logistics, a board workshop on open meetings and conflicts of interest, and a closed session for labor negotiations. No substantive decisions or discussions will occur.

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Tue Jan 5, 2021

Imported Meetings: 2017- 2026

SFUSD board holds special meeting on FY 2021-22 priorities

The San Francisco Unified School District Board of Education is holding a special virtual meeting to discuss the FY 2021-22 District Priorities, which will guide leadership attention, time, and budgeting decisions. The board will also enter closed session to confer with labor negotiators representing multiple employee organizations. The meeting is conducted remotely due to the COVID-19 public health emergency.

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Mon Jan 4, 2021

Imported Meetings: 2017- 2026

SFUSD Board installs four members in virtual ceremony

This is a special meeting of the San Francisco Unified School District Board of Education held virtually due to the COVID-19 public health emergency. The sole purpose is the official installation ceremony for newly elected or appointed members Jenny Lam, Mark Sanchez, Kevine Boggess, and Matt Alexander. The agenda includes only procedural items related to the ceremony, with no policy decisions or discussions.

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