Alexis Orco-Arroyo

This document presents the Santa Maria-Bonita School District's draft Local Control and Accountability Plan (LCAP) goals and budget overview for parents. The plan outlines four primary goals: engaging families and the community, recruiting and retaining high-quality staff, providing structures and facilities for inclusive learning experiences, and nurturing the whole child. These strategic areas aim to enhance educational outcomes, improve student well-being, ensure safety, and foster collaborative relationships within the community and with other educational institutions.

This strategic plan for the Distrito Escolar de Santa María-Bonita focuses on four primary objectives: encouraging family and community engagement to fulfill its mission, recruiting and retaining high-quality staff, providing structures and facilities that foster inclusive learning experiences, and educating the whole student. The plan outlines specific actions and funding allocations to support initiatives such as parent education, bilingual educator recruitment, modern classroom facilities, extended learning opportunities, and student safety.

The board meeting included public comments regarding partnerships and translation services, as well as teacher concerns about insurance costs. Action items approved included a consolidation request for a future governing board election, regulations for candidate statements, and a resolution recognizing June as Pride Month. Additionally, the board approved an add-on contract for the Boys & Girls Club of Mid-Central Coast to expand summer program capacity at Allan Hancock College.

The board meeting agenda includes closed session discussions regarding public employment, labor negotiations, and anticipated litigation. Open session items feature recognitions for the Crystal Apple Award and SELPA Award. Presentations and discussions will cover the Local Control and Accountability Plan, the 2026-27 budget, and an educational services proposal for reorganization. Consent items include payment of warrants, contracts, and the award of a bid for field improvements. Action items involve contracts with the Santa Maria Valley YMCA and the Youth 2 Leaders Education Foundation, as well as the approval of a Special Education Local Plan Area agreement and a classified bargaining unit successor proposal.

The Board of Education meeting focused on several key items, including the acceptance of administrative appointments for a coordinator of family and community engagement and a coordinator of special education. The Superintendent received a positive evaluation from the Board. Student leaders provided reports on their leadership development, field trips, and service learning experiences, while also offering feedback regarding campus facilities, including a request for filtered water and ice dispensers. The Board recognized student athletes with the Spring Game Changer Awards, noting the significant growth of the elementary sports program.