Erika Bowden

This action plan for the Castaic Union School District outlines three primary goals. The first goal is to provide a high-quality education to raise the academic achievement of all students, focusing on qualified teachers, comprehensive instructional materials, technology access, professional development, assessment, teacher collaboration, and improved literacy and writing. The second goal is to implement a Multi-tiered System of Support (MTSS) to narrow achievement gaps, providing targeted interventions, specialized services for students with disabilities and English Learners, and extended learning opportunities. The third goal is to increase operational efficiency and effectiveness while promoting a safe and positive school environment, achieved through behavior support, facility maintenance, administrative and counseling services, transportation, positive school climate initiatives, attendance plans, parent partnerships, and community-based mental health support.

The Second Interim report covers the period from July 1 through January 31. At second interim, the District's budget is adjusted to reflect changes since 1st Interim, subsequent legislation, and other factors that impact revenues and expenditures. The Local Control Funding Formula (LCFF) is based on student attendance and is the primary source of on-going funding the District receives from the State. The District is budgeting the following LCFF factors based on current information. The District receives approximately 20% of its state revenue through the Education Protection Account (EPA) which is calculated using a district's ADA. For every dollar allocated to EPA the LCFF revenue is decreased by the same amount. The District uses EPA revenue to offset teacher salaries.

The 2025-26 Local Control and Accountability Plan for Castaic Union School District focuses on providing a high-quality education, narrowing achievement gaps, and promoting a safe and positive school environment. Key areas of focus include improving academic achievement for all students, especially English learners and low-income students, implementing multi-tiered systems of support, and increasing parent and family engagement. The plan also addresses the use of unexpended Learning Recovery Emergency Block Grant funds to support small group instruction and students in transitional kindergarten.

The 2025-26 Local Control and Accountability Plan for Castaic Union School District focuses on providing a high-quality education to raise academic achievement, implementing a Multi-Tiered System of Support to narrow achievement gaps, and operating efficiently to promote a safe and positive school environment. Key priorities include providing highly effective teachers, core instructional materials, and technology, as well as offering professional development, teacher collaboration, and intervention support. The plan also addresses the needs of English learners, students with disabilities, and low-income students through targeted services and comprehensive assessments. Additionally, it aims to create a positive school climate, increase attendance, and build parent partnerships to support student success.

The meeting included announcements from CSBA regarding Legislative Action Week and Delegate Assembly elections. Public comments were made about bullying. Guest speakers discussed state public policy and education. The SCV Association bylaws were reviewed and amended. The election of SCV Trustees Association officers took place, with positions for Historian, President, Vice-President, Secretary, Advocacy Chair, and Member at Large being filled. School district reports were presented, covering updates, challenges, celebrations, community concerns, and legislative and advocacy efforts from various school districts.