Elyssa Taylor-Stewart

The meeting included a moment of gratitude to honor volunteers and advocates, with recognition given to the CAC board and community members. The CAC Ally Award was presented for leadership and advocacy for students with disabilities. Presentations were provided on legislative advocacy efforts in Sacramento, including support for various assembly bills focused on funding and accessibility. Additionally, the meeting featured a session on special education data, emphasizing the importance of the least restrictive environment, IEP compliance, and using data as a tool for empowerment and advocacy.

The meeting focused on the Local Control Accountability Plan, student voice initiatives, and liberatory design frameworks. Key topics included welcoming and inclusion activities, revisiting prototype and trial strategies, and collecting feedback on student leadership experiences. The session also addressed the budget engagement process for the upcoming school year, provided guidelines for school site planning, and outlined next steps for project implementation and application advocacy.

This document outlines the development of the Local Control Accountability Plan (LCAP), emphasizing the critical role of community input in evaluating current progress, refining activities, and planning for the 2026-27 school year. Key community recommendations advocate for expanded academic programs, enhanced student support, and increased enrichment opportunities. Specific priorities include boosting mental health and wellness services, reducing class sizes, strengthening special education support, and improving access to arts, technology, and extracurricular programs. The plan also highlights initiatives promoting equity and inclusion, such as targeted student group programs and dual language curricula.

The Long Beach Unified School District's Strategic Plan, aligned with its Vision 2035, aims to empower immigrant students and families by creating an inclusive, equitable, and welcoming environment. It focuses on providing essential resources, including academic guidance, mental health services, and legal support, to ensure every student has the tools for success and feels a sense of belonging. The plan underscores a commitment to fostering diversity, breaking down barriers, and building bridges to a future of excellence for all members of the community.

This document outlines "Theories of Action" as a framework for strategic planning, emphasizing high-quality instruction, culturally responsive and sustaining experiences, systemic barrier removal, community partnership, and liberatory mindsets. The primary objective is to support all students, particularly Black students, in thriving academically and professionally. Key strategic focuses include enhancing K-3 structured literacy, improving principal instructional leadership through actionable feedback, and leveraging accurate data for informed decision-making to increase student achievement and outcomes. The framework is intended to serve as an alignment tool for board-level governance and staff selection.