San Francisco Unified School District public meetings in 2022
69 substantive meetings from 2022, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Imported Meetings: 2017- 2026
The San Francisco Unified School District Board of Education will hold a regular meeting on December 13, 2022, starting with closed session for litigation and labor negotiations. In open session, the board will receive an update on the payroll state of emergency caused by the EMPowerSF system, and vote on appointing Michelle Parker to the Elections Commission. The agenda also includes routine items like approving minutes and reports from the superintendent and student delegates.
- Payroll State of Emergency Update on EMPowerSF system issues
- Appointment of Michelle Parker to the Elections Commission for a five-year term (Jan 1, 2023 - Dec 31, 2027)
- Closed session: conference with legal counsel on existing litigation (Darlene M. Anaya v. SFUSD) and anticipated litigation (Student JF, AL, PL, ER, PO v. SFUSD)
- Closed session: conference with labor negotiators for multiple employee unions
- Approval of Board minutes from November 15, 2022
Imported Meetings: 2017- 2026
The San Francisco Unified School District Board of Education will hold a special meeting on December 8, 2022, primarily for budget training. The board will vote on an $8,837,750 amendment to a contract with Alvarez and Marsal to stabilize the EMPowerSF human resources system, which has caused employee pay issues. The board will also hold closed sessions on student matters, litigation, and labor negotiations, and may vote on student expulsions.
- Amendment to Alvarez and Marsal contract for EMPowerSF stabilization, not to exceed $8,837,750
- Closed session on existing litigation (5 student cases) and anticipated litigation (4 student cases, EMPowerSF implementation)
- Closed session with labor negotiators for multiple employee unions
- Vote on student expulsion matters
- Budget training on aligning budgetary practices with adopted goals
Imported Meetings: 2017- 2026
The San Francisco Unified School District Board of Education will hold a regular meeting on November 15, 2022, starting with closed session at 5:00 p.m. and open session at 6:30 p.m. The board will discuss student expulsion matters, existing and anticipated litigation, and labor negotiations in closed session. In open session, they will hear an update on the payroll state of emergency related to the EMPowerSF system, receive reports from the African American Parent Advisory Council, and consider approval of the October 25, 2022 meeting minutes.
- Payroll State of Emergency Update on EMPowerSF system issues
- Closed session discussion of student expulsion (Matter No. 2022-2023-#05)
- Closed session conference on existing litigation, including First Student, Inc. v. SFUSD (SF Superior Court Case No. CPF-21-517381)
- Closed session conference with labor negotiators for multiple employee unions
- African American Parent Advisory Council annual presentation
Imported Meetings: 2017- 2026
The San Francisco Unified School District Board of Education will hold a regular meeting on October 25, 2022, starting with a closed session at 5:00 p.m. and open session at 6:30 p.m. The board will vote on the Vision, Values, Goals and Guardrails, a governance framework developed with Superintendent Dr. Matt Wayne, and will also consider appointments to the Childcare Planning and Advisory Council. The agenda includes several closed-session items, such as student expulsions and anticipated litigation, with votes on expulsions to be taken in open session.
- Vote on Vision, Values, Goals and Guardrails (Action Item 2210-25Sp1)
- Approve three appointments to the Childcare Planning and Advisory Council (CPAC)
- Closed session on student expulsions for 2 high school students (Matter Nos. 2022-2023-#03, #04)
- Closed session on anticipated litigation involving Student GW, QT, RF, AC v. SFUSD and Empower pay issues
- Recognize employees with RAVE Awards: Joseph Bly (Teacher, SF Public Montessori) and Tai Sun-Shoeman (Principal, AP Giannini)
Imported Meetings: 2017- 2026
The San Francisco Unified School District Board of Education is holding a special meeting, primarily to convene in closed session with legal counsel to discuss existing litigation related to Juul Labs. The board will reconvene in open session to report any action taken. The agenda includes only procedural items and the closed-session discussion.
- Closed session to discuss Juul Labs, Inc. Marketing, Sales Practices, and Products Liability Litigation (Case No: 3:19-md-02913-WHO)
- Reconvene to open session for report from closed session
- Meeting held in person at Irving G. Breyer Board Meeting Room, 555 Franklin Street
- Public comment not heard by phone or video at this special meeting
Imported Meetings: 2017- 2026
This is a special meeting of the San Francisco Unified School District Board of Education. The main item is a governance workshop where the Board will review community feedback on draft vision, values, goals, and guardrails, then give direction to the Superintendent for a final version to be presented on October 25, 2022. The agenda also includes procedural information on accessibility, translation, and virtual meeting access.
- Review of community feedback analysis from listening sessions and survey on draft vision, values, goals, and guardrails
- Board direction to Superintendent on final version of vision, values, goals, and guardrails for October 25, 2022 approval
- Special meeting held in person at Irving G. Breyer Board Meeting Room, 555 Franklin Street, from 2:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
- Masks recommended but not required per City guidelines
- Public comment accepted in person only; no phone or video comments
Imported Meetings: 2017- 2026
The San Francisco Unified School District Board of Education will hold a regular meeting on October 11, 2022, starting with closed session at 5:00 p.m. and open session at 6:30 p.m. The board will discuss existing and anticipated litigation, student expulsions, and labor negotiations in closed session. In open session, the board will consider appointing members to the Independent Citizens' Bond Oversight Committee and approve minutes from the September 20, 2022 meeting.
- Appoint Kimberly Thai, Laurance Lee, Margaret Kammerud, and Quincy Yu to the Independent Citizens' Bond Oversight Committee
- Closed session: conference with legal counsel on existing litigation (Student L.M., M.M., C.W., T.O. v. SFUSD)
- Closed session: conference with legal counsel on anticipated litigation (Student I.M., A.R., J.K., B.F., A.B. v. SFUSD)
- Closed session: student expulsion matters (2 high school students)
- Closed session: conference with labor negotiators for multiple employee organizations
Imported Meetings: 2017- 2026
The San Francisco Unified School District Board of Education will consider a resolution to establish a process for honoring students' cultural commitments, pausing the 2023-24 academic calendar and delaying implementation of previously adopted Eid holidays until recommendations are presented. The board will also meet in closed session to discuss anticipated litigation and labor negotiations. The agenda is otherwise routine, including approval of minutes and public comment.
- Resolution to establish calendaring process for cultural commitments, stay 2023-24 calendar, and stay implementation of Resolution 225-10A1 (Eid holidays)
- Closed session: Conference with legal counsel re anticipated litigation (Student DC v. SFUSD, Student CH v. SFUSD)
- Closed session: Conference with labor negotiators (multiple employee organizations)
- Approval of board minutes for September 6 and September 14, 2022 meetings
Imported Meetings: 2017- 2026
The San Francisco Unified School District Board of Education holds a regular meeting on September 6, 2022, starting with closed session at 5:00 p.m. and open session at 6:30 p.m. The board will discuss existing and anticipated litigation, including cases like Joseph v. SFUSD and Student RB v. SFUSD, and meet with labor negotiators for various employee unions. In open session, the board will consider approving minutes from August 9 and 23, 2022, and handle consent calendar items including personnel, finance, and facilities resolutions. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major policy decisions listed for open session.
- Closed session: conference with legal counsel on existing litigation (Joseph v. SFUSD, Student GV, Student GB) and anticipated litigation (Student RB, ES, WS, SFUSD v. Revolution Foods)
- Closed session: conference with labor negotiators for unions including UESF, SEIU Local 1021, and others
- Approval of board minutes from August 9 and August 23, 2022 regular meetings
- Consent calendar: personnel resolutions (items 9-10), finance resolutions (items 11-32), facilities resolutions (items 33-43)
- Approval of FY 2022-23 contracts over $99,100 processed between August 12-26, 2022
Imported Meetings: 2017- 2026
The Augmented Ad Hoc Committee to Revise Board Operating Procedures will hold its third meeting to discuss and recommend approval of the Second Revised Draft Board Rules and Operating Procedures. The draft covers board member communication, meeting and agenda design, and handling of member behavior concerns. The committee will forward any amendments to the full Board for adoption at a later meeting.
- Review of Second Revised Draft Board Rules and Operating Procedures
- Discussion of board member communication policies
- Discussion of board meetings and agendas, including annual calendar and committee design
- Discussion of addressing board member behavior concerns
- Facilitation by a Council of Great City Schools representative
Imported Meetings: 2017- 2026
The San Francisco Unified School District Board of Education will hold a regular meeting on August 23, 2022, starting with a closed session to discuss existing and anticipated litigation, as well as labor negotiations with employee unions. The open session will include routine items such as approval of minutes, reports from the Superintendent and student delegates, and recognitions. The agenda is largely procedural, with no substantive policy decisions or public hearings listed for open session.
- Closed session: Conference with legal counsel on existing litigation (Student LL, AM, ET v. SFUSD; Rozena Harten v. SFUSD)
- Closed session: Conference with legal counsel on anticipated litigation (Student RB, MW, JW v. SFUSD; letter from Law Offices of Paul Scott)
- Closed session: Conference with labor negotiators for multiple employee unions (UESF, SEIU 1021, UASF, IFPTE Local 21, IBEW Local 6, IUOE Local 39, LIUNA Local 261, Common Crafts)
- Open session: Approval of board minutes
- Open session: RAVE Award to Anthony Kuan, Support Technician
Imported Meetings: 2017- 2026
The San Francisco Unified School District Board of Education will hold a regular meeting on August 9, 2022, starting with a closed session at 5:00 p.m. to discuss student expulsions, existing and anticipated litigation, and labor negotiations. The open session begins at 6:30 p.m. and will include votes on expulsion matters, approval of minutes, and public comment. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major policy or budget items listed for open session action.
- Closed session discussion of recommended expulsion of 2 high school students (Matter Nos. 2021-2022-#23, 2021-2022-#24)
- Closed session conference on existing litigation including J.A. v. SFUSD (Case No. 4:20-cv-03701-KAW) and other student cases
- Closed session conference on anticipated litigation (Student DF v. SFUSD)
- Closed session with labor negotiators for multiple employee unions
- Approval of board minutes from June 28, 2022 and August 2, 2022 meetings
Imported Meetings: 2017- 2026
The Ad Hoc Committee to Revise Board Operating Procedures is holding its second meeting to continue discussing potential amendments to board operating procedures. The discussion will cover board member communication, board meetings and agendas, and addressing board member concerns, with a facilitator from the Council of Great City Schools joining remotely. This is an information item, so no final decisions are expected at this meeting.
- Discuss potential amendments to board operating procedures, including board member communication, meetings, and agendas
- Review draft amendments from the attached 'Draft of Proposed Board Operational Policies'
- Facilitator from the Council of Great City Schools to assist remotely
- Reference documents include resolution suspending board committees and survey on public comment practices
Imported Meetings: 2017- 2026
This meeting of the Ad Hoc Committee to Revise Board Operating Procedures has been postponed. The agenda was to include discussion of potential amendments to board operating procedures, covering board member communication, meeting structure, and addressing member concerns. The agenda also contains standard accessibility, translation, and virtual meeting information.
- Meeting postponed
- Discussion of draft amendments to board operating procedures
- Review of board member communication policies
- Review of board meeting and agenda design
- Facilitator from Council of Great City Schools to assist
Imported Meetings: 2017- 2026
This special meeting of the San Francisco Unified School District Board of Education was postponed. The agenda's sole substantive item is a vote on whether to admonish Commissioner Ann Hsu for comments about Black and brown families, which board leadership says perpetuate harmful stereotypes. The meeting also includes standard procedural items on accessibility, translation, and virtual participation.
- Action item: motion to admonish Commissioner Ann Hsu for comments on Black and brown families
- Commissioner Hsu's statement cited in agenda: lack of family support in Black and brown communities
- Commissioner Hsu issued an apology after the statement
- Meeting postponed; originally scheduled for 5:00-6:30 p.m. on August 2, 2022
- Commissioners Boggess and Weissman-Ward to participate by teleconference
Imported Meetings: 2017- 2026
The Ad Hoc Committee to Revise Board Operating Procedures holds its first meeting to discuss potential amendments covering board member communication, meeting and agenda design, and handling member concerns. A facilitator from the Council of Great City Schools will assist remotely. The meeting is in person, with public comment only in person.
- Discussion of amendments to board operating procedures on communication, meetings, agendas, and member concerns
- Facilitator from Council of Great City Schools to assist
- In-person meeting at 555 Franklin Street, with virtual observation via Zoom
- Masks recommended but not required
Imported Meetings: 2017- 2026
The San Francisco Unified School District Board of Education is holding a special meeting for a governance workshop with Superintendent Dr. Matt Wayne and a facilitator from the Council of Great City Schools. The workshop will analyze student performance data and community feedback, discuss updates to the district's vision and values, and identify student outcome priorities. This is an informational discussion, not a decision-making meeting.
- Governance workshop with Council of Great City Schools facilitator
- Review of student performance data and community voice summary report
- Discussion of potential updates to district vision and values
- Planning for community engagement on student outcomes
Imported Meetings: 2017- 2026
The Augmented Buildings, Grounds, and Services Committee will receive information-only presentations on the 2016 General Obligation Bond Program, the district-wide Facilities Condition Assessment, and custodial service level analyses. It will also hear a status update on the Buena Vista Horace Mann Modernization project, funded with $40 million from the bond. No votes are scheduled; the meeting is for discussion and information.
- Status update on 2016 General Obligation Bond Program schedule, budget, and scope
- Progress on district-wide Facilities Condition Assessment
- Next steps for Custodial Service Level analysis
- Buena Vista Horace Mann Modernization project update ($40 million reallocated in Oct 2021)
Imported Meetings: 2017- 2026
The San Francisco Unified School District Board of Education is holding a special meeting to consider three action items: forming a task force to recommend improvements to district high schools, extending the interim Lowell High School admissions policy for the 2023-2024 school year, and complying with a court order by rescinding prior resolutions. The board will first vote on suspending rules to consider these items at this special meeting.
- Motion to suspend board rules to consider special order items 2-4
- Resolution 225-24Sp1: Form task force to improve district high schools
- Resolution 225-24Sp2: Extend interim Lowell admissions policy for 2023-2024
- Resolution to comply with court order in GWHS Alumni Assn. v. SFUSD, rescinding prior resolutions
Imported Meetings: 2017- 2026
The Board of Education is reviewing a proposal to form a task force to improve district high school policies. The meeting also includes a discussion on extending the interim admissions policy for Lowell High School through the 2023-2024 school year.
- Proposal to form a 12-month Task Force to provide recommendations on improving district high schools
- Resolution to extend the Interim Lowell Admissions Policy for the 2023-2024 school year
- Task Force charge includes examining admissions policies for selective and comprehensive high schools
Imported Meetings: 2017- 2026
The San Francisco Unified School District Board of Education is holding a special meeting to finalize the development of the new Mission Bay School. The agenda includes certifying the Final Environmental Impact Report and approving the acquisition of the 2.2-acre site at the northeast corner of Owens Street and Nelson Rising Lane. These actions complete the regulatory and site selection processes for the new TK-5 elementary school and high school Linked Learning Hub.
- Resolution certifying the Final Environmental Impact Report for the Mission Bay School Project
- Adoption of a Statement of Overriding Considerations and Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Plan
- Public hearing and approval of the acquisition of approximately 2.2 acres at the northeast corner of Owens Street and Nelson Rising Lane
- Approval of the site for a TK-5 Elementary School and Linked Learning Hub based on Title 5 Findings
Imported Meetings: 2017- 2026
The San Francisco Unified School District Board of Education will hold a regular meeting on June 14, 2022, at 5:00 p.m. The agenda includes reports from advisory committees on the Local Control Accountability Plan (LCAP), appointments to the Child Care Planning and Advisory Council (CPAC), and routine consent calendar items. Public comment is scheduled, and the meeting is held in person with virtual observation options.
- Report on LCAP with recommendations from PAC, DELAC, AAPAC, and CAC
- Confirm appointments to CPAC: Jennifer Martinez, Sherrice Doresey-Smith, Kerrie Perata, Katie DellaMaria, Ada Alvarado Freund
- Approval of Board minutes from May 24, 2022
- Announcement of scholarships awarded by Kababayan and other education support organizations
- Consent calendar includes personnel, finance, and facilities resolutions
Imported Meetings: 2017- 2026
The Curriculum and Program Committee is reviewing an amended resolution to close schools and offices for Eid al-Fitr and Eid al-Adha starting in the 2023-2024 school year. The committee will also receive updates regarding 2022 summer programming and math curriculum.
- Resolution 225-10A1: Amended resolution to include Eid al-Fitr and Eid al-Adha in the SFUSD Academic and Instructional Calendars
- Presentation on 2022 summer programming for students
- Update on math programs and curriculum
Imported Meetings: 2017- 2026
This meeting of the San Francisco Unified School District's Augmented Budget and Business Services Committee has been cancelled. The agenda included action and information items that will not be discussed at this time, including a resolution on Eid holidays and budget updates.
- Meeting cancelled; no action taken on Resolution 225-10A1 to observe Eid al-Fitr and Eid al-Adha in academic calendars
- EMPowerSF update on payroll system issues was scheduled
- FY 2022-23 budget development update, including Governor's May Revise impacts, was scheduled
Imported Meetings: 2017- 2026
The San Francisco Unified School District Board of Education is holding a regular meeting on May 24, 2022. The agenda includes routine items such as approving minutes, recognizing employees and scholarships, and a consent calendar with personnel, finance, and facilities resolutions. The board will also ratify a list of contracts under $99,100 totaling $112,419.96.
- Ratification of contracts under $99,100 totaling $112,419.96, including arts and education services
- Approval of minutes from the May 10, 2022 regular meeting
- Recognitions and resolutions of commendation for scholarships from education support organizations
- RAVE Award for Draven Lee, Teacher at Grattan Elementary School
- Public comment on non-agenda items
Imported Meetings: 2017- 2026
The Buildings, Grounds, and Services Committee is reviewing proposals to name a garden at Harvey Milk Civil Rights Academy and a gymnasium at Claire Lilienthal. The committee will also receive status updates on the 2016 General Obligation Bond Program and the Mission Bay school project.
- Resolution to name Harvey Milk Civil Rights Academy garden 'The Zamora Moon Garden'
- Proposal to name Claire Lilienthal gymnasium 'Karen D. Hadley Gymnasium'
- Status update on $745 million 2016 General Obligation Bond Program
- Update on design and delivery of the Mission Bay school project
- Presentation on SFUSD Real Estate and Permits Department services
Imported Meetings: 2017- 2026
The Rules, Policy and Legislation Committee is reviewing district positions on state and federal bills and discussing updates to board procedures. The committee will also receive information regarding the district's application for a California Community Schools Partnership Program grant.
- Review of legislative proposals including SB 70 (Mandatory Kindergarten) and AB 1948
- Proposed revisions to Board Rule 9320 regarding teleconference meetings during emergencies
- Proposed adoption of Board Policy 1313 regarding civility and behavior
- Update on the $2.8 billion California Community Schools Partnership Program grant application
Imported Meetings: 2017- 2026
The Augmented Ad Hoc Committee on Personnel Matters, Labor Relations and Affordability is meeting in person to receive an information-only update on staffing projections, vacancies, and recruitment efforts for the 2022-23 school year. The agenda includes a layoff update and a Project Labor Agreement document as attachments. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the meeting is informational.
- Staffing update for 2022-23, including vacancies and recruitment
- Layoff update to Board of Education dated May 10, 2022
- Project Labor Agreement document dated May 12, 2022
- In-person meeting at Irving G. Breyer Board Meeting Room, 555 Franklin Street
Imported Meetings: 2017- 2026
The San Francisco Unified School District's Budget and Business Services Committee is meeting to discuss several financial and operational items. The committee will receive updates on the troubled EMPowerSF payroll system, which has caused incorrect pay and financial hardship for employees, as well as the development of the 2021-2024 Local Control and Accountability Plan (LCAP) and the FY 2022-23 Public Education Enrichment Fund (PEEF) expenditure plan. No action items are listed on this agenda; all items are for information and discussion only.
- EMPowerSF update on payroll system issues causing incorrect pay and financial hardship for employees
- 2021-2024 Local Control and Accountability Plan (LCAP) development update prior to Board introduction on June 14, 2022
- Public Education Enrichment Fund (PEEF) FY 2022-23 expenditure plan revenue overview and next steps
- FY 2021-22 Budget and Business Services Committee Calendar overview including FY 2022-23 LCAP and budget milestones
Imported Meetings: 2017- 2026
The SFUSD Board of Education will review recommendations from the Citizens Bond Oversight Committee to improve financial reporting transparency. The meeting also includes presentations on charter school accountability and reports from the Parent Advisory Council.
- Citizens Bond Oversight Committee recommendations for bond program reporting
- Charter School Oversight Committee presentation on priorities and recommendations
- Parent Advisory Council report regarding Everett Middle School and employee pay issues
- Approval of April 26, 2022, Board meeting minutes
- Consent Calendar items including Personnel and Finance Resolutions
Imported Meetings: 2017- 2026
The Augmented Curriculum and Program Committee will receive updates on several educational programs. Staff will present findings from a K-5 literacy audit and discuss proposed literacy projects for the 2022-2023 school year.
- Overview of the future of the K-8 Virtual Academy
- Presentation of initial findings from the TNTP K-5 Literacy Audit
- Proposal for 2022-2023 literacy projects and a literacy pilot outline
Imported Meetings: 2017- 2026
The San Francisco Unified School District Board of Education is holding a special closed session meeting to discuss the appointment of a Superintendent of Schools. The board will review applications for the position. After the closed session, the board will reconvene in public to report any actions taken, then adjourn.
- Closed session discussion on Public Employee Appointment: Superintendent
- Review of applications for Superintendent of Schools position
- Meeting held in person at 555 Franklin Street, with mask requirement
- Public comment not heard by phone or video conference
Imported Meetings: 2017- 2026
The San Francisco Unified School District Board of Education is holding a special closed-session meeting to discuss and review applications for the position of Superintendent of Schools. The board will reconvene in public session to report any actions taken. The agenda is otherwise procedural, covering accessibility, translation, and virtual meeting logistics.
- Closed session discussion of Public Employee Appointment: Superintendent
- Review of applications for Superintendent of Schools
- Reconvene to public session for Closed Session Action Report
- Meeting held in person at 555 Franklin Street, with mask requirement
- Public comment not heard by phone or video conference
Imported Meetings: 2017- 2026
The San Francisco Unified School District Board of Education is holding a special closed session to discuss the appointment of a Superintendent, including reviewing applications. The meeting is procedural, with no public action items on the agenda. The board will reconvene publicly to report any actions taken in closed session.
- Closed session discussion on Public Employee Appointment: Superintendent
- Review of applications for the position of Superintendent of Schools
- Reconvene to public session for Closed Session Action Report
Imported Meetings: 2017- 2026
The Augmented Ad Hoc Committee on Student Assignment is reviewing the implementation of Board Policy 5101.2. Staff will present updates on zone map evaluation indicators, enrollment trends, and potential implementation timelines.
- Update on development of measurable indicators for zone map evaluation
- Review of trends from the most recent enrollment cycle
- Discussion regarding policy implementation timeline scenarios
- Discussion on shifts required to ensure equitable access
Imported Meetings: 2017- 2026
The San Francisco Unified School District Board of Education will review a consent calendar including personnel, finance, and facilities resolutions. The meeting includes the ratification of various contracts and amendments under $99,100 processed between March 25 and April 15, 2022.
- Ratification of contracts totaling $695,343.85
- Approval of Board minutes from April 12, 2022
- RAVE Awards for Taylor Springsdorf and Cathy Giovannelli
- Capitol Advisors Group contract for Policy & Planning ($95,000)
- CPM Educational C&I Dept contract ($90,000)
Imported Meetings: 2017- 2026
The Buildings, Grounds, and Services Committee will receive information regarding the 2016 General Obligation Bond program and current custodial services staffing. The meeting also includes a presentation on the implementation of the $14 million Outdoor Learning bond program.
- Status update on the $745 million 2016 General Obligation Bond program
- Presentation on current custodial services staffing levels at school sites
- Update on planning for the $14 million Outdoor Learning bond program
Imported Meetings: 2017- 2026
The San Francisco Unified School District Board of Education held a special closed session meeting. The Board met to review applications and discuss the appointment of a new Superintendent.
- Review of applications for the position of Superintendent of Schools
- Discussion regarding Public Employee Appointment: Superintendent
Imported Meetings: 2017- 2026
The San Francisco Unified School District Board of Education is holding a special closed session meeting to discuss the appointment of a Superintendent of Schools. The board will review applications for the position in closed session, as permitted by state law. After the closed session, the board will reconvene in public to report any actions taken, then adjourn.
- Closed session discussion on Public Employee Appointment: Superintendent
- Review of applications for the position of Superintendent of Schools
- Meeting held in person at 555 Franklin Street, San Francisco
- Masks required for all attendees regardless of vaccination status
Imported Meetings: 2017- 2026
The San Francisco Unified School District Board of Education is holding a special closed-session meeting to discuss the appointment of a Superintendent of Schools. The board will review applications for the position in closed session, as permitted by state law. After the closed session, the board will reconvene publicly to report any actions taken, then adjourn.
- Closed session to discuss Public Employee Appointment: Superintendent
- Review of applications for the position of Superintendent of Schools
- Reconvene to public session for Closed Session Action Report
Imported Meetings: 2017- 2026
The San Francisco Unified School District Board of Education held a special closed session meeting to discuss the appointment of a new Superintendent. The board met to review applications for the position of Superintendent of Schools.
- Review of applications for the position of Superintendent of Schools
Imported Meetings: 2017- 2026
The San Francisco Unified School District Board of Education is holding a special in-person meeting to receive and discuss a presentation on California school finance by School Services of California, Inc. The presentation will cover budget development, revenue sources, and fiscal solvency. The agenda includes only this informational item, along with standard accessibility and meeting logistics information.
- Presentation on California School Finance by School Services of California, Inc.
- Discussion of budget management and development, SFUSD revenue sources, and 12 Key Points for Maintaining Fiscal Solvency
- Meeting held in person at Irving G. Breyer Board Meeting Room, 555 Franklin Street, with masks required
- Public comment accepted via speaker cards; no remote public comment by phone or video
Imported Meetings: 2017- 2026
The San Francisco Unified School District Board of Education is holding its regular meeting on April 12, 2022, to approve minutes, hear reports from the Superintendent, student delegates, and advisory committees (Parent Advisory Council and District English Learners Advisory Committee), and vote on a consent calendar that includes ratification of contracts under $99,100. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major policy decisions or public hearings listed.
- Ratification of contracts and amendments under $99,100 processed between March 11-25, 2022, including individual contracts such as $62,700 for Daniel Menezes (Legal Office) and $13,000 for Estelle Woodbury (C&I)
- Approval of Board minutes from March 22, 2022
- Reports from Parent Advisory Council and District English Learners Advisory Committee (DELAC), including response to 2021-22 DELAC recommendations
- Consent calendar includes personnel resolutions (items 9-10), finance resolutions (items 11-40), and facilities resolutions (items 41-57)
- Public comment on non-agenda items limited to 30 minutes
Imported Meetings: 2017- 2026
The San Francisco Unified School District's Curriculum and Program Committee is meeting to consider two action items: a policy change allowing summer graduates to participate in ceremonies, and a revised literacy resolution. The committee will also hear updates on universal prekindergarten, a virtual academy, and the Safe and Supportive Schools policy.
- Board Policy 5127, Graduation Ceremonies and Activities, recommended for second reading adoption
- Resolution No. 2110-12A1, Reading is Critical to Lifelong Success, recommended for second reading adoption
- Presentation on plans for universal prekindergarten and transitional kindergarten expansion for 2022-23
- Update on online learning program and plans for a Virtual Academy in 2022-23
- Update on implementation of Safe and Supportive Schools Policy (Resolution No. 1312-10A4)
Imported Meetings: 2017- 2026
The San Francisco Unified School District Board of Education is holding a special in-person meeting. The main item is a closed session to discuss the appointment of a Superintendent of Schools. The board will also reconvene publicly to report any actions taken in closed session. The agenda is otherwise procedural, covering accessibility and public comment logistics.
- Closed session to discuss Public Employee Appointment: Superintendent
- Review of applications for Superintendent of Schools position
- Meeting held in person at 555 Franklin Street, San Francisco
- Masks required for all attendees regardless of vaccination status
Imported Meetings: 2017- 2026
The Budget and Business Services Committee will consider a resolution to declare June 19 a local holiday for SFUSD, and will receive updates on the EMPowerSF payroll system issues, the LCAP process, and the FY 2022-23 budget. The meeting is in-person with mask requirements.
- Resolution to recognize Juneteenth and declare June 19 a local holiday (first reading)
- EMPowerSF project update on payroll and deduction problems
- FY 2022-23 budget development overview
- LCAP process update
- FY 2021-22 committee calendar overview
Imported Meetings: 2017- 2026
This is a special in-person meeting of the San Francisco Unified School District Board of Education. The board will hold a facilitated workshop and discussion on effective school board governance, focusing on a governance model aimed at student outcomes. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the agenda is otherwise procedural, covering accessibility, translation, and mask requirements.
- Workshop and discussion on effective school board governance
- Presentation on a governance model focused on student outcomes
- In-person meeting at John O'Connell High School, 2355 Folsom Street, Room 403
- Masks required for all attendees regardless of vaccination status
Imported Meetings: 2017- 2026
The SFUSD Board of Education will meet to elect a new Vice President after the office of President was vacated. The agenda also includes reports from advisory councils and the recognition of outstanding district employees.
- Election of Vice President of the Board of Education
- Approval of March 8, 2022, Board meeting minutes
- Native Hawaiian & Pacific Islander Advisory Council report
- RAVE Awards for Nina Scheid and Rene Mitsui
- Consent Calendar items regarding instructional, personnel, and finance resolutions
Imported Meetings: 2017- 2026
The scheduled meeting of the Augmented Curriculum and Program Committee for March 14, 2022, was cancelled. The agenda included an information item regarding an update on the implementation of a Safe and Supportive Schools Policy.
- Update on Resolution No. 1312-10A4: Establishment Of A Safe and Supportive Schools Policy
Imported Meetings: 2017- 2026
The Augmented Ad Hoc Committee on Student Assignment is meeting to discuss the implementation of the new zone-based student assignment policy for elementary schools (Board Policy 5101.2). The agenda includes a staff presentation on the evaluation approach for draft zones, a reiteration of the policy's theory of action, and a discussion on how the policy works. Public comment is also scheduled.
- Discussion of implementing zone-based student assignment policy for elementary schools (Board Policy 5101.2)
- Staff presentation on evaluation approach for draft zones
- Public comment on student assignment policy
- Virtual meeting due to COVID-19 public health emergency
Imported Meetings: 2017- 2026
The SFUSD Board of Education will hold a virtual meeting to approve minutes from the March 1, 2022, special meeting and ratify several administrative contracts. The agenda also includes a report from the Parent Advisory Council regarding masking requirements and family feedback.
- Ratification of contracts under $99,100, including a $95,000 contract with Center for Wellness Achievement in Ed
- Approval of March 1, 2022, Special Meeting minutes
- Parent Advisory Council report on masking requirements and family engagement
- Ratification of a $35,000 contract with Maynard Partners LLC
- Ratification of a $17,680 contract with SF Arts Education Project for Gordon J. Lau ES
Imported Meetings: 2017- 2026
The Rules, Policy and Legislation Committee is meeting to determine District positions on various state and federal legislative proposals. The committee will also consider updates to board policies regarding transitional kindergarten and charter school renewals.
- Review of District positions on selected legislative proposals
- Update to Board Policy 6170.1 regarding Transitional Kindergarten eligibility and staffing
- Update to Board Policy 0420.42 regarding the Charter School Renewal process
- Information session on the $3 billion California Community Schools Partnership Program (CCSPP)
Imported Meetings: 2017- 2026
The Budget and Business Services Committee will hear an informational presentation on the FY 2021-22 Second Interim Report and updates to the FY 2022-23 and FY 2023-24 Budget Balancing Plan. The report projects the district and county office can meet financial obligations, but final approval is scheduled for the March 8 board meeting. The committee will also review its meeting calendar for the fiscal year.
- FY 2021-22 Second Interim Report and FY 2022-23 & FY 2023-24 Balancing Plan Update
- Possible certifications: positive, qualified, or negative
- FY 2021-22 Budget and Business Services Committee Calendar (Standing Item)
Imported Meetings: 2017- 2026
The San Francisco Unified School District Board of Education is holding a special virtual meeting on March 1, 2022. The agenda is largely procedural, focusing on approving minutes and ratifying a list of administratively approved contracts under $99,100 processed between January 29 and February 11, 2022. No substantive policy decisions or public hearings are listed.
- Ratification of contracts under $99,100, including $96,600 to The Marsh, $95,000 to The Teaching Well, and $93,255.76 to Rockman Et Al
- Approval of minutes from February 8 and February 24, 2022 meetings
- Consent calendar includes finance resolutions (items 11-29), facilities resolutions (items 30-38), and personnel resolutions (items 9-10)
- No instructional resolutions on the consent calendar
Imported Meetings: 2017- 2026
The Augmented Buildings, Grounds, and Services Committee will receive status updates on the Shirley Chisholm Village educator housing project and the 2016 General Obligation Bond program, plus a presentation from the Citizens' Bond Oversight Committee on improving bond reporting transparency. The meeting is virtual due to COVID-19 and includes public comment procedures.
- Status update on Shirley Chisholm Village (SCV) educator housing at 1360 43rd Avenue, a 135-unit affordable housing project prioritizing SFUSD educators
- Status update on the $745 million 2016 General Obligation Bond program, covering schedule, budget, and scope of active projects
- Presentation from Citizens' Bond Oversight Committee on recommendations to improve bond program transparency and reporting
Imported Meetings: 2017- 2026
The Board of Education is considering two agreements with MidPen Housing Corporation to develop affordable rental units for educators. The project, known as Shirley Chisholm Village, would consist of approximately 100 moderate-income and 35 low-income units at 1360 43rd Avenue.
- Option to Ground Lease Agreement for moderate-income educator housing (approx. 100 units)
- Option to Ground Lease Agreement for low-income educator housing (approx. 35 units)
- 75-year ground lease terms with options to extend for 24 years
- Discussion of the 2021–22 LCAP Annual Update Supplement regarding COVID-19 relief funding
Imported Meetings: 2017- 2026
The San Francisco Unified School District Board of Education will hold a regular virtual meeting on February 22, 2022. The board will consider consent calendar items, including ratification of contracts under $99,100, and hear reports from the Superintendent, student delegates, and the Native Hawaiian & Pacific Islander Advisory Council. The meeting also includes public comment periods and recognition of employees with RAVE Awards.
- Ratification of contracts and amendments under $99,100 processed between January 29 and February 11, 2022
- Presentation by the Mātua Advisory Council on programs and support for Native Hawaiian & Pacific Islander students
- Recognition of Juan Lopez (Lowell High School) and Kimberly Wong (Glen Park Elementary School) with Distinguished Service Awards
- Approval of minutes from the February 8, 2022 regular meeting
- Public comment on non-agenda and agenda items, with virtual participation via Zoom
Imported Meetings: 2017- 2026
The SFUSD Board's Augmented Curriculum and Program Committee is meeting virtually to discuss two information items: an update on implementing a 2021 resolution supporting American Indian/Alaskan Native narratives, and an overview of instructional coherence work. No votes are scheduled; the meeting is for discussion and information only.
- Update on Resolution No. 211-26A1: In Support of Reclaiming the American Indian/Alaskan Native Narrative, including $200,000 for staff and $500,000 for wraparound services
- Overview of instructional coherence work, including timeline, goals, and progress
- Virtual meeting due to COVID-19 public health emergency; public comment via Zoom or phone
Imported Meetings: 2017- 2026
The SFUSD Board of Education met virtually to approve previous meeting minutes and review several administrative items. The agenda included the ratification of multiple contracts under $99,100 for services such as special education, after-school programs, and arts instruction.
- Ratification of contracts including $66,498 for Willie Brown MS Excel After School
- Ratification of $62,962 for Jamestown Community Center at Cesar Chavez ES
- Ratification of $38,900 for Ascendancy Solutions Inc special education services
- Ratification of $34,466 for Boys Girls Clubs of SF Excel After School Program
- Parent Advisory Council (PAC) monthly report presentation
Imported Meetings: 2017- 2026
The SFUSD Board's Rules, Policy and Legislation Committee will consider recommending Board Policy 5023 on translation and interpretation for adoption, and will receive an overview of the California Community Schools Partnership Program grants. The meeting is virtual due to COVID-19.
- Recommendation to adopt Board Policy 5023 on translation and interpretation
- Discussion of California Community Schools Partnership Program grants ($3 billion state budget)
- Virtual meeting with public comment via Zoom or phone
Imported Meetings: 2017- 2026
The Budget and Business Services Committee is reviewing the fiscal impact of a resolution to create a Queer Transgender Parent Advisory Council (QTPAC). The item includes a $480,000 fiscal analysis and recommends adoption only if identified in the Budget Balancing Plan with offsetting revenues or reductions.
- Fiscal impact analysis of Resolution No. 2111-9A1 regarding 2SLGBTQIA+ families ($480,000)
- Proposed creation of a Queer Transgender Parent Advisory Council (QTPAC)
- Proposal for one full-time staff position to support 2SLGBTQIA+ parent leadership
- FY 2021-22 Budget and Business Services Committee Calendar update
- Fiscal Year 2022-23 Budget Development Update
Imported Meetings: 2017- 2026
The Buildings, Grounds, and Services Committee is reviewing a resolution to support a Pacific Islander Resource Center in Southeast San Francisco. The committee will also receive updates on the 2016 General Obligation Bond and an upcoming district-wide facility assessment.
- Resolution No. 221-25A1: Proposed partnership with Samoan Community Development Center for a resource center and joint use agreement
- Status update on the $745 million 2016 General Obligation Bond program
- Update on the Facilities Division Capital Condition Assessment project launching February 2022
Imported Meetings: 2017- 2026
The San Francisco Unified School District Board of Education is holding a special virtual meeting to determine the desired characteristics for the next superintendent. The board will give direction to the search firm Hazard Young and Attea (HYA) to finalize these criteria, which will be used to assess applicants. The meeting is procedural, with no other substantive agenda items.
- Action item: Determine the Desired Characteristics of Next Superintendent
- HYA presented Leadership Profile Report on January 25, 2022
- Board to give direction to HYA to finalize criteria
- Virtual meeting due to COVID-19 public health emergency
Imported Meetings: 2017- 2026
The San Francisco Unified School District Board of Education will hold a regular virtual meeting on January 25, 2022. The agenda includes approval of minutes, a superintendent's report, student delegate reports, recognitions, and a presentation on the Migrant Education Program. The board will also vote on a consent calendar that includes ratification of contracts and amendments under $99,100 processed between January 1 and January 14, 2022.
- Ratification of contracts under $99,100, including $80,000 to Community Initiatives and $77,300 to Carl Warren & Company LLC
- Approval of minutes from the January 11, 2022 regular meeting
- RAVE Special Service Award to Celia Yu, Secretary at Chinese Immersion School at DeAvila
- Migrant Education Program Parent Advisory Council presentation
- Public comment period for non-agenda items (limited to 30 minutes)
Imported Meetings: 2017- 2026
The Augmented Ad Hoc Committee on Student Assignment is meeting to discuss the 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, key themes from fall community engagement, and developing zones. Public comment and board discussion are scheduled. This is an information item, not a final decision.
- Discussion of implementing zone-based student assignment policy for elementary schools (Board Policy 5101.2)
- Staff presentation on policy background, project update, and community engagement themes
- Developing zones: inputs and metrics for student assignment
- Public comment and board discussion on the policy
Imported Meetings: 2017- 2026
The San Francisco Unified School District Board of Education is holding a virtual special meeting as a Committee of the Whole to discuss an informational update on school safety and learning. The update will cover city COVID cases, staffing plans, supply distribution, student attendance, and response to the Student Advisory Council. No formal action will be taken; the committee may only make recommendations to the full board.
- Update on Safety & Learning covering city COVID cases, staffing, supplies, attendance, and SAC response
- Virtual meeting due to COVID-19 public health emergency; no in-person location
- Public comment available via Zoom video or phone (Webinar ID 830 1400 3396, password 021275)
- ADA accommodations and translation services available with 72-hour advance request
Imported Meetings: 2017- 2026
The San Francisco Unified School District Board of Education is holding its annual organizational meeting, where it will re-adopt its rules and procedures and elect a president and vice president. The board will also hear reports from the Superintendent, student delegates, and advisory councils, and consider a consent calendar of routine items. Public comment is limited to 30 minutes for non-agenda items.
- Re-adopt Board of Education Rules and Procedures, Series 9000
- Elect a president and vice president of the Board of Education
- Approve minutes from the December 14, 2021 regular meeting
- Approval of student travel for Lowell High School to Boston, MA (6 students, 1 teacher)
- Parent Advisory Council report on Superintendent Search and COVID Omicron concerns
Imported Meetings: 2017- 2026
The SFUSD Board of Education's Augmented Curriculum and Program Committee is meeting virtually to discuss and recommend action on a literacy resolution, and to receive updates on the Mission Bay Hub project and the Assessment Committee. The meeting is open for public comment.
- Resolution No. 2110-12A1 on literacy instruction, including establishing a working group and developing an efficacy rubric
- Mission Bay Hub overview, a secondary school program focused on health and science
- Assessment Committee update on district assessments
Imported Meetings: 2017- 2026
The Augmented Budget and Business Services Committee is meeting virtually to discuss three information items: the FY 2021-22 committee calendar, a performance evaluation of all Public Education Enrichment Fund (PEEF) programs, and an overview of SFUSD's Arts Equity Plan with an updated fiscal impact analysis of the 2019 Equity in the Arts Resolution. No votes are scheduled; the meeting is for discussion and information only.
- FY 2021-22 Budget and Business Services Committee Calendar, including milestones toward FY 2022-23 Budget and LCAP adoption
- Public Education Enrichment Fund (PEEF) performance evaluation, covering programs funded by Proposition H and reauthorized by Proposition C (74% voter approval in 2014)
- Arts & Creativity 2025: SFUSD's Arts Equity Plan overview
- Updated fiscal impact analysis of Resolution No. 195-28A1 (Equity in the Arts Resolution, adopted June 25, 2019)
- Virtual meeting due to COVID-19; public comment via Zoom or phone