Alisal Union School District

The meeting included spotlights on community partners, the sports program, and the visual and performing arts gala. Frank Paul Elementary School provided a presentation covering school demographics, instructional focus, ELPAC results, I-Ready data, after-school programs, community schools, chronic absenteeism reduction, and support for McKinley Vento students. There was also discussion regarding long-term English learners.

This document presents the proposed budget for Alisal Union Elementary for the 2025-2026 fiscal year, detailing financial allocations and projections. The budget's strategic direction is focused on ensuring fiscal responsibility and solvency, with expenditures aligned to implement the Local Control and Accountability Plan (LCAP) and meet state-adopted Criteria and Standards. Key focus areas include managing revenues from various sources (LCFF, federal, state, local), controlling expenditures across certified salaries, classified salaries, employee benefits, books and supplies, and services, and maintaining adequate fund balances and reserves for economic uncertainties.

The meeting included a roll call, pledge of allegiance, and adoption of the agenda. There was a study session with a governance training facilitator, Elizabeth Czech Nichols Smith, an attorney at law, covering the current laws and updates affecting the board and superintendent, including the Brown Act and the California Public Records Act. The board discussed their roles and responsibilities, the organizational structure, and the importance of the partnership between the board and the superintendent. The discussion also included board member liability, updates on AB640 regarding FICMAP and board member training on school finance laws, evaluations, goal setting, and the alignment of goals with the LCAP and LCFF.

The Local Control and Accountability Plan for Alisal Union School District outlines the district's strategy for the 2025-26 school year, focusing on how state funds will be utilized to serve all students, with a particular emphasis on high-needs students including foster youth, English learners, and low-income students. Key strategic pillars include enhancing student achievement through rigorous academic programs and early literacy instruction, ensuring the success of English Learner students through targeted support, promoting social-emotional learning and active engagement, and building capacity for the recruitment and retention of high-quality staff. The plan aims to foster an equitable and supportive learning environment, leading to improved academic outcomes and overall well-being for all students.

The meeting included a pledge of allegiance led by Creekide Student Leadership. The board had spotlights to feature positive things happening throughout the district, including a classified professional development day and recognition of an RSP teacher as mentor of the month. Public comments addressed concerns about a dumpster near a residence and mandatory training sessions for classified staff. A presentation was given on restructuring supervision, focusing on clarifying job descriptions and aligning leadership for instructional excellence.