Carmen Andrade

This Local Control and Accountability Plan outlines the Cupertino Union Elementary School District's strategies for leveraging state funds to improve outcomes for all students, with a particular focus on high-needs groups. The plan is built upon three broad goals: fostering future-ready, deeper learning through academic and competency skill development; nurturing the whole child by creating engaging, positive, and safe learning environments that support social, emotional, and behavioral well-being; and strengthening community engagement by actively involving parents and community members in supporting the district's strategic vision, including the Portrait of a Learner.

The committee reviewed the 2025-26 First Interim Financial Report, discussing revenue and expenditure projections, the impact of declining enrollment, and potential staffing adjustments. Key topics included a $14 million deficit, strategies within the Fiscal Stabilization Plan to restore reserves, and the impact of one-time funding losses. The discussion also covered property tax projections, supplemental tax revenue, and the financial challenges associated with Special Education costs and vacant positions.

The committee held a meeting to brainstorm potential cost-saving measures and to review the scope of work and meeting calendar for the 2024-2025 academic year.

The meeting included an update on the Wellness Committee's Culture Calendar initiative to promote inclusivity and awareness. A presentation was provided on the Cupertino Educational Endowment Foundation, focusing on their funding for art, music, classroom and technology grants, and their unified payment platform. Additionally, there was an overview of the CA Dashboard, explaining how CUSD utilizes this data for future planning and its significance in LCAP development, with a focus on metrics such as CAASPP scores, chronic absenteeism, suspension rates, and ELPAC scores.

This report presents an analysis of enrollment projections for the Cupertino Union School District. It provides both Conservative and Moderate enrollment projections, which are tailored for budget planning and facilities planning, respectively. The analysis examines kindergarten enrollment trends, student cohort patterns, and the anticipated impact of approximately 6,200 new residential units over the next decade. Overall, the projections indicate a district-wide enrollment decline over the 10-year period.