Christina Armstrong

The Board of Education meeting agenda includes closed session matters such as student disciplinary issues, labor negotiations, employee discipline, and pending litigation. Public session topics feature special recognitions for local school achievements and athletic championships, various departmental and organizational reports, and staff presentations. Action items involve the approval of a non-public school licensing agreement, the adoption of resolutions to honor district staff, and the ratification of collective bargaining agreements. The consent agenda encompasses various business, student, and special education services, including personnel reports, grant sub-agreements, and architectural services.

This document outlines a proposal for the expansion and restructuring of the Dual Language Immersion (DLI) program, transforming it into a TK-8 magnet school operating across two campuses: a TK-3 primary campus and a 4-8 upper campus. The proposal aims to support DLI program growth, provide facilities relief, ensure sustainability through resource maximization, and foster stronger vertical articulation. It details specific transition plans for the 2026-2027 and 2027-2028 school years, covering student movement, facilities use, bell schedules, cross-campus activities, and communication strategies with staff and the community.

The board study session focused on the 2025-26 original budget and multi-year projections, highlighting budget challenges such as lower enrollment, yearly step-and-column increases, health and welfare costs, and inflation. Discussions included expiring one-time funds, declining enrollment, special education costs, insurance liabilities, and staffing versus enrollment. Recent budget adjustments, including the shift of RDA funds, supplemental retirement programs, and staffing reductions, were reviewed. Future budget adjustments, such as TK add-on funding and RRM contributions, were also discussed, along with uncertain budget impacts like federal funding reductions and Medicare cuts. Future budget action ideas included utilizing RDA funds, reviewing department staffing and budgets, and capturing expenses related to restricted programs.

The Board of Education of the Saddleback Valley Unified School District will conduct a Public Hearing Regarding Conveyance Of An Easement And Right-Of-Way To The Irvine Ranch Water District For Necessary Public Sewer Pipeline Purposes. The Board’s intention to consider conveying to the Irvine Ranch Water District an easement and right-of-way for necessary public sewer pipeline and access to construct, reconstruct, remove and replace, renew, inspect, maintain, repair, improve, enter upon within the District's property known as Serrano Intermediate School.

The 2024 Local Control Accountability Plan (LCAP) outlines a commitment to providing students with opportunities to thrive, shaped by community feedback. Key focus areas include fostering an inclusive and welcoming school environment, enhancing social-emotional and mental well-being supports, implementing consistent positive behavioral support, and investing in teacher professional development. These initiatives aim to ensure students feel valued, included, and supported, while equipping educators to meet diverse student needs. The plan emphasizes ongoing community engagement and feedback for continuous improvement.