Benita V Morales

The board workshop focused on a strategic planning session, including presentations on enrollment trends, campus expenditures, and proposed staffing adjustments. The district presented an analysis of property values, tax collections, and enrollment data to inform budget planning for the upcoming fiscal year. Discussions covered the preliminary budget considerations, including state funding decreases, payroll expense increases, and proposed cost-saving measures such as facility consolidation.

The board convened to conduct superintendent interviews and consult with legal counsel regarding the selection of a lone finalist for the position of superintendent of schools. Following the closed session, the board took action to formally name a lone finalist for the superintendent position and authorized the board president and legal counsel to negotiate the necessary contracts.

The board discussed tax rate possibilities for the upcoming fiscal year, focusing on M&O and I&S tax components, taxable value trends, and the financial impact of homestead exemptions. The meeting included a review of enrollment figures and Average Daily Attendance, noting the revenue loss resulting from population changes. The board approved the proposed budget for the 2026-2027 fiscal year. Additionally, the board held an executive session to address a level three grievance, personnel matters, and the superintendent search process.

The board approved all consent agenda items as presented. The meeting included the discussion and action to award the RFP for school furniture to Quality Specialty Products, following a committee ranking process. The board also convened into an executive session to deliberate on personnel and legal matters, returning to open session to take action on three items discussed during the closed meeting.

This plan for Jorge R. Gutierrez Early Childhood outlines goals and strategies for the 2021-2022 academic year, focusing on leadership capacity, teacher retention, positive school culture, curriculum access, and rigorous learning experiences. It aims to develop a strong foundation in language, literacy, academic, physical, and social-emotional skills, fostering a lifelong love of learning and preparing students to be productive scholars within a supportive and inclusive school environment.