Heather Bartlett

This Local Control and Accountability Plan (LCAP) for Rialto Unified School District outlines how funds will be utilized to serve students, with a particular focus on high-needs groups including Foster Youth, English learners, and low-income students. The plan aims to achieve academic success in literacy and numeracy, enhance college and career readiness, and improve student support services. It incorporates feedback from educational partners and analyzes performance data to address challenges and build upon successes, particularly in ELA, Mathematics, chronic absenteeism, and suspension rates.

The board meeting included discussions regarding school district matters, department reports, superintendent updates, and various administrative considerations such as construction projects, student services, and policy communication.

This plan outlines the Rialto Unified School District's commitment to prioritizing and providing transportation services to specific student groups. Key focus areas include students with disabilities, those experiencing homelessness (McKinney-Vento), foster youth, unduplicated pupils in transitional kindergarten through sixth grade, and low-income students. The plan details procedures, eligibility criteria, and various modes of transportation to ensure equitable access to education and support student well-being.

This Local Control Accountability Plan for Rialto Unified School District outlines a strategic direction to ensure every student's success from transitional kindergarten through 12th grade, fostering competence in literacy and mathematics, and preparing them for higher education, careers, and life. Key priorities include providing high-quality instruction, implementing timely interventions, and strengthening dual language programs. The plan emphasizes addressing the academic and socio-emotional needs of diverse student populations, including English learners, foster youth, socioeconomically disadvantaged students, and students with disabilities, while also cultivating a positive school environment and promoting community engagement.

The board meeting agenda includes presentations on the Local Control and Accountability Plan annual update, the proposed budget for fiscal year 2026-27, and student and family engagement initiatives. Several public hearings are scheduled regarding the LCAP, the proposed budget, collective bargaining agreement disclosures, and teacher contract proposals. Consent items cover policy revisions, financial matters including warrant lists and donations, equipment disposal, bid awards for turf replacement, and various professional agreements. Discussion and action items feature agreements for family engagement, attendance frameworks, and student disciplinary matters.