San Bernardino City Unified School District public meetings in 2024
25 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2019- 2025
The Board of Education will hold its annual organizational meeting, electing a new Board President and Vice President for 2025 and appointing members to various subcommittees. The Board will also convene as the San Bernardino Schools Financing Corporation to approve a resolution authorizing up to $95 million in certificates of participation for school facility construction and improvements.
- Election of Mayra Ceballos as Board President and Mary Ellen A. Grande as Board Vice President for 2025
- Appointment of Board members to subcommittees including Budget, Facilities, and Curriculum/Instruction
- Resolution authorizing up to $95 million in Certificates of Participation for school facility projects
- Reception for re-elected and newly elected Board Members Felicia Alexander, Mayra Ceballos, Scott Wyatt, and Michael L. Santos
- Annual re-adoption of all existing Board policies
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2019- 2025
The San Bernardino City Unified School District Board of Education is holding a special meeting on December 10, 2024, primarily to discuss a student expulsion in closed session. The board will consider a recommendation to expel a student identified by ID 439061 under Education Code Section 48900. Public comments are limited to the closed session item only.
- Closed session agenda includes a student expulsion hearing (Student ID: 439061) under Education Code Section 48918.
- Action item to expel student(s) based on Hearing Panel findings, with options for suspended expulsion or Youth Court referral.
- Public comments are only accepted for the closed session item, not for other subjects.
- Next regular board meeting scheduled for December 17, 2024, at 5:30 p.m.
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2019- 2025
The Board will hold a public hearing on the charter renewal petition for the Public Safety Academy of San Bernardino, submitted on September 16, 2024. No vote on the renewal will take place at this meeting. The Board will also consider adopting a Memorandum of Understanding with the California School Employees Association regarding Campus Security Officers, and will vote on resolutions recognizing American Education Week and National Special Education Day.
- Public hearing on charter renewal petition for Public Safety Academy (no vote at this meeting)
- Adoption of MOU between SBCUSD and CSEA Chapter 183 for Campus Security Officers
- Resolution recognizing American Education Week (Nov 18-22, 2024) and related days
- Resolution recognizing National Special Education Day (Dec 2, 2024)
- Closed session includes labor negotiations with four employee organizations and student expulsion/discipline matters
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2019- 2025
The San Bernardino City Unified School District Board of Education is meeting to approve several resolutions, including recognizing National School Psychology Week, Native American Heritage Month, Diabetes Awareness Month, and Veterans Day. The board will also conduct a public hearing to re-appoint Michael Salazar to the Personnel Commission, and take action on items from closed session, including approving two $1.5 million settlements and appointing an elementary school principal.
- Approved settlement authorization for Claim No. 202425002 in the amount of $1,500,000.00
- Approved settlement authorization for Claim No. 202425003 in the amount of $1,500,000.00
- Re-appointed Michael Salazar to the Personnel Commission for a three-year term (Dec 2, 2024 – Dec 1, 2027)
- Approved appointment of Reginald Thomas Jr. as Elementary School Principal
- Approved resolutions recognizing National School Psychology Week, Native American Heritage Month, Diabetes Awareness Month, and Veterans Day
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2019- 2025
The Board will hold a public hearing on the district's initial 'sunshine' contract proposal for the California School Employees Association, Chapter 183, covering wages and hours. The meeting also includes recognition events, resolutions for National Custodian Day and Red Ribbon Week, and closed-session items on real property negotiations and student expulsions.
- Public hearing on SBCUSD's initial sunshine contract proposal (successor) to CSEA Chapter 183, reopening Articles VI (Wages) and IX (Hours)
- Resolution recognizing National Custodian Day on October 2, 2024
- Resolution to participate in the 2024 Great California ShakeOut earthquake drill on October 17 at 10:17 a.m.
- Closed-session conference with real property negotiator for 793 North E Street, San Bernardino, CA 92410
- Expulsion of students with IDs 462084 and 502658
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2019- 2025
The board held a public hearing and adopted a resolution declaring that every student has sufficient textbooks and instructional materials for the 2024-2025 school year. It also approved a $90,000 settlement for a legal claim and expelled one student. Several recognition resolutions were adopted, including for National Bullying Prevention Month and Filipino American History Month.
- Adopted resolution on sufficiency of TK-12 textbooks and instructional materials for 2024-2025
- Approved $90,000 settlement for Claim No. 576285
- Expelled student ID (S) 531083 with suspension of enforcement for up to one year
- Adopted resolutions recognizing National Bullying Prevention Month, Character Education Month, California Clean Air Day, and Filipino American History Month
- Closed session included conference with labor negotiators for four employee organizations
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2019- 2025
The San Bernardino City Unified School District Board of Education is holding an emergency meeting to discuss and take action regarding the Line Fire. Public comments are limited to items on this agenda. The meeting includes procedural items and adjournment.
- Emergency meeting: Line Fire (Action, Discussion)
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2019- 2025
The Board of Education met to adopt various commemorative resolutions and a memorandum of understanding regarding classified bargaining unit positions. Additionally, the Board approved a new administrative appointment and student expulsion matters following a closed session.
- Resolution recognizing Patriot Day, Dieciseis de Septiembre, California Native American Day, and High School Voters Education Weeks
- Adoption of MOU between SBCUSD and CSEA Chapter 183 regarding effects of abolishments and decreases
- Appointment of Mario Carranza as Assistant Director, Student Wellness and Support Services
- Expulsion of student ID #495665 (S) 451403
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2019- 2025
The board will hold a public hearing and vote on resolutions to create Community Facilities District No. 2024-1, levy special taxes, and authorize up to $13.5 million in bonded debt for a 171-unit residential project by Pharris Sycamore Flats LLC. They will also approve a mitigation agreement requiring the developer to pay 135% of applicable school impact fees. Additionally, the board will adopt resolutions recognizing Attendance Awareness Month, National Hispanic Heritage Month, and Public Schools Month.
- Public hearing and formation of Community Facilities District No. 2024-1 for a 171-unit residential project
- Authorization of up to $13,500,000 in bonded indebtedness within CFD No. 2024-1
- Approval of School Facilities Funding and Mitigation Agreement with Pharris Sycamore Flats LLC at 135% of Level I/II fees
- Resolution recognizing September 2024 as Attendance Awareness Month
- Resolution recognizing September 15–October 15 as National Hispanic Heritage Month
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2019- 2025
The San Bernardino City Unified School District Board of Education held a regular meeting on August 6, 2024, taking action on personnel appointments, a solar contract amendment, and an energy services contract. The board approved the appointment of a high school principal and an assistant director of special education, readmitted six students from expulsion, and accepted a retirement resignation. It also approved a $1,340,080.30 amendment for solar work at the Cardinal Child Development Center and a resolution to enter into an energy services contract with Distributed Solar Development, LLC.
- Approved Amendment No. 4 to lease-leaseback contract for Cardinal Child Development Center Solar, $1,340,080.30
- Approved resolution to enter into energy services contract with Distributed Solar Development, LLC
- Approved appointment of Jacob Rosario as High School Principal and Breanna York as Assistant Director, Special Education
- Approved readmission of six students (IDs 497066, 410770, 481184, 490369, 495014, 518953) from expulsion
- Approved Personnel Report #3 dated August 6, 2024, covering hiring, retirements, resignations, promotions, and terminations
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2019- 2025
The board adopted the 2025-2026 and 2026-2027 traditional school calendars, which mirror the current calendar. It also received an initial re-opener proposal from the California School Employees Association (CSEA) Chapter 183, seeking an across-the-board wage increase, additional holidays, and changes to hours. The board approved a $250,000 settlement for District Claim No. 202425001 and approved personnel actions including hiring and appointments.
- Adoption of 2025-2026 and 2026-2027 Traditional School Calendars
- Initial re-opener proposal from CSEA Chapter 183 for wage increase, additional holidays, and hours changes
- Approval of $250,000 settlement for District Claim No. 202425001
- Approval of Coordinator, Multilingual Programs Department K-6 and Elementary School Vice Principal appointments
- Approval of Annual Report on Charter Schools 2022-2023
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2019- 2025
The San Bernardino City Unified School District Board of Education held a regular meeting on July 2, 2024, covering recognitions, public comments, closed session actions, and routine approvals. The board approved a student expulsion (amended to extend to 12/20/24), a personnel report, and a consent list including contracts for AV services, polygraph services, and a vending agreement.
- Approved expulsion of student ID 505959, amended to extended expulsion to 12/20/24
- Approved Personnel Report #1 dated July 2, 2024 (hiring, retirements, resignations, promotions, terminations)
- Ratified agreement with Props AV Production for $81,500.00 for audio/visual support of Community Spirit Rally
- Approved renewal agreement with Heard's Investigations and Polygraph, LLC for $6,000.00 (pre-employment polygraph services)
- Approved agreement with Capital Provisions LAX LLC for snack vending (no cost to district)
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2019- 2025
The San Bernardino City Unified School District Board of Education held its regular meeting on June 18, 2024. The board approved a resolution conveying an easement to Southern California Edison, supported state legislation on voter registration, and approved several personnel appointments. The board also conducted a public hearing and entered closed session for confidential matters.
- Approved resolution conveying easement to Southern California Edison for a 4-foot strip on vacated 16th Street and Turrill Avenue
- Approved support of AB 2724, which would require schools to provide voter registration information to pupils
- Approved appointment of Rebecca Quesada as Elementary School Principal
- Approved appointment of Juan Escamilla as High School Vice Principal
- Approved appointments of Majd Kakish and Alex Burton as Middle School Vice Principals
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2019- 2025
The Board of Education will hold a public hearing on the Fiscal Year 2024-25 Preliminary Budget, which is scheduled for adoption on June 18, 2024. This is an information and presentation item, and the board will hear public comments before considering adoption.
- Public hearing on FY 2024-25 Preliminary Budget
- Budget adoption scheduled for June 18, 2024
- General Fund Unrestricted-Restricted budget attachment
- Multiyear Projections Unrestricted attachment
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2019- 2025
The Board of Education held a regular meeting to conduct various administrative actions. Items included a public hearing for the 2024-2025 Local Control and Accountability Plan, recognition of school nurses and student pathways, and several closed session actions.
- Public hearing for the 2024-2025 Local Control and Accountability Plan (LCAP)
- Approval of Settlement Agreement JHG-23/24-04 for $13,000.00
- Approval of Settlement Agreement AC-23/24-05 for $15,000.00
- Recognition of Curtis Middle School's Linked Learning Gold Pathway designation
- Approval of student expulsions and disciplinary actions
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2019- 2025
The San Bernardino City Unified School District Board of Education is holding a regular meeting with public hearings on the 2024-2025 classified work calendars, the Inland Career Education Center school calendar, the San Bernardino School Police Officers Association's initial contract proposal, and the SELPA special education budget and service plan. The board will also recognize students and community partners, and consider a resolution declaring June 2024 as LGBTQIA+ Pride Month. The meeting includes a closed session for personnel appointments, labor negotiations, and student discipline matters.
- Public hearing and adoption of 2024-2025 Classified Work Calendars with CSEA Chapter 183
- Public hearing and adoption of 2024-2025 Inland Career Education Center School Calendar (177 instructional days)
- Public hearing on San Bernardino School Police Officers Association initial contract proposal (wages, retiree health, standby, sick leave buy-back, uniforms, cell phones)
- Adoption of SELPA Annual Budget Plan and Service Plan for 2024-25 special education
- Resolution recognizing June 2024 as LGBTQIA+ Pride Month
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2019- 2025
The San Bernardino City Unified School District Board of Education is holding a special meeting to honor district employees. The agenda includes presentations of Crystal Apple and Golden Apple awards, recognition of employees with 25 to 50+ years of service, retiree recognitions, and the new Rising Star Award. Public comments are limited to employee appreciation agenda items only.
- Crystal Apple Award recipients honored
- Golden Apple Award recipients honored
- New Rising Star Award for employees with 2-5 years in position
- Recognition of employees with 25, 30, 35, 40, and 50+ years of service
- Retiree recognitions for 2023-2024 school year
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2019- 2025
The San Bernardino City Unified School District Board of Education is holding a public hearing and considering a resolution to increase statutory school fees on new residential and commercial/industrial construction. The proposed fees are $5.17 per square foot for residential and $0.84 per square foot for commercial/industrial, as authorized by the State Allocation Board. The board will also recognize teachers, classified employees, and school nurses, and honor local educators and students.
- Public hearing and resolution to increase school construction fees to $5.17/sq ft residential and $0.84/sq ft commercial/industrial
- Resolution proclaiming May 6-10 as National Teacher Appreciation Week and May 8 as California Day of the Teacher
- Resolution proclaiming May 19-25 as Classified School Employee Week
- Resolution proclaiming May 8 as National School Nurse Day
- Recognition of Warm Springs Elementary Cheerleading Team, Sierra High School principal Hector Murrieta, and Lankershim Elementary principal Dr. Juanita Watkins
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2019- 2025
The San Bernardino City Unified School District Board of Education held a regular meeting on April 16, 2024, approving several resolutions and actions. The board recognized May as Asian-American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, Labor History Month, Williams Syndrome Awareness Month, School Nutrition Employee Week, and California Student Mental Health Week. It also approved a $27,900 settlement agreement and the appointment of an elementary school vice principal, and ordered the expulsion of several students.
- Approved Settlement Agreement No. JL-23/24-03 for $27,900
- Approved appointment of Elementary School Vice Principal
- Approved resolution recognizing May as Asian-American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month
- Approved resolution recognizing May as Labor History Month
- Approved resolution recognizing May as Williams Syndrome Awareness Month
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2019- 2025
The San Bernardino City Unified School District Board of Education is meeting to discuss and vote on the Multi-Year Vision 2030 plan, which outlines six key areas for the district's future. The board will also consider personnel actions, including hiring, retirements, and terminations, as well as a $5,000 sponsorship for The Links, Inc. scholarship event. Several items are procedural, such as approval of the agenda and public comments.
- Approval of the Multi-Year Vision 2030 Plan
- Personnel Report #15 with hiring, retirements, resignations, promotions, and terminations
- Sponsorship of $5,000 for The Links, Inc. 46th Annual Scholarship Breakfast Ball
- Approval of Coordinator, Special Education - Data & Compliance (Patrick Smith)
- Expulsion and discipline actions for multiple students
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2019- 2025
The Board of Education recognized Sierra High School, Golden Valley Middle School, and celebrated School Library Month. The Board also received an initial request from the Communications Workers of America to meet and confer regarding a successor agreement.
- Sierra High School 2024 Model Continuation High School recognition
- Golden Valley Middle School 2024 National Schools to Watch recognition
- Resolution proclaiming April 2024 as School Library Month
- Request from Communications Workers of America for successor negotiations
- Certificated employee reassignments and student expulsions
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2019- 2025
The San Bernardino City Unified School District Board of Education met on March 5, 2024, and took action on personnel matters, including approving layoffs and non-reelections for the 2024-2025 school year, and a $23,299 settlement agreement. The board also recognized an outstanding teacher and approved resolutions for César E. Chávez Day and California Adult Education Week.
- Approved settlement agreement DGF-23/24-02 for $23,299.00
- Approved non-reelection of 5 certificated employees (HR-CERT-23-24-06 through 10)
- Approved reassignment of 2 principals (HR-CERT-23-24-04 and 05)
- Adopted resolution for elimination/layoff of 25 classified personnel (HR-CLASS-23-24-01 through 25)
- Approved appointment of High School Vice Principal at San Bernardino High School
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2019- 2025
The San Bernardino City Unified School District Board of Education held a regular meeting on February 20, 2024, starting with a workshop on the District's Multi-Year Vision. The board approved several action items, including personnel report #12, the 2024 Comprehensive School Safety Plans, and resolutions recognizing Women's History Month and Arts Education Month. They also approved expulsions and a record expungement from closed session, and received a presentation on a possible bond for the November 2024 ballot.
- Approved expulsions of students (IDs 531740, 533801, 441977, 439104) with suspended enforcement
- Approved expungement/sealing of record for student ID 430903
- Approved 2024 Comprehensive School Safety Plans for all schools
- Approved Personnel Report #12 (hiring, retirements, resignations, promotions, terminations)
- Discussed possible bond for November 2024 ballot (presentation by Terry Comnick)
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2019- 2025
The San Bernardino City Unified School District Board of Education held a regular meeting on February 6, 2024, covering routine procedural items, recognitions, and closed session actions. The board approved a $5,000 sponsorship for Young Visionaries Youth Leadership Academy's 'All About the Children Day' and received a presentation on Expanded Learning programs. Several student disciplinary actions, including expulsions and readmissions, were also approved.
- Approved $5,000 sponsorship for All About the Children Day (Young Visionaries Youth Leadership Academy)
- Approved resolution recognizing Presidents' Day on February 19, 2024
- Approved appointments: Coordinator, Child Development Programs and Assistant Director, Human Resources - Certificated, Recruitment & Employment
- Approved expulsion of 7 students and readmission of 11 students
- Approved modifications/expungements for 12 students and remanded 2 students to Youth Court
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2019- 2025
The San Bernardino City Unified School District Board of Education is meeting to approve several personnel appointments, including principals and a vice principal, and to recognize special days. The board will also hear public comments and discuss items in closed session, including student expulsions and discipline.
- Approval of Christopher Jackson as High School Principal at Cajon High School
- Approval of Damon Coleman as High School Vice Principal at San Gorgonio High School
- Approval of Ernesto Calles as Middle School Principal at King Middle School
- Approval of Persida Torres as Middle School Principal at Shandin Hills Middle School
- Approval of Amanda Manjarrez as Elementary School Principal at Cole Elementary School