Board meetings, strategic plans, and buyer signals from Joseph Velasco’s organization
Aug 25, 2026·BoardMeeting
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Santa Barbara Unified School District Board Of Education Regular Board Meeting Minutes
The Board addressed the implementation of the Tech with Intent initiative, including discussions on iPad safety protocols, digital citizenship education, and the ongoing evaluation of technology resources. The meeting involved a discussion regarding parameters for an upcoming enrollment study session. Additionally, the Board approved formal responses to several 2025-26 Santa Barbara County Grand Jury reports regarding the Brown Act, bullying, gangs, and school safety. The session also covered the acceptance of donations and various consent agenda items, such as overnight travel, purchase orders, human resources recommendations, and the adoption of future school calendars.
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Santa Barbara Unified School District Regular Board Meeting
The board meeting addressed various administrative and operational reports. Key discussion topics included the authorization of litigation from a closed session, a student trustee report on leadership initiatives and mental health advocacy, and preparation updates for the new school year, including staff orientation and the Leadership Institute. Detailed reports were provided on summer school outcomes, covering both academic progress in elementary programs and credit recovery in high schools, as well as the success of the summer food service program. The board also received an update on the groundbreaking of the new employee housing development and enjoyed cultural performances. Finally, the board heard public comments regarding district curriculum and policy resolutions related to LGBTQ topics.
Aug 11, 2026·BoardMeeting
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Santa Barbara Unified School District Board of Education Regular Board Meeting Minutes
The board discussed and acted on several administrative and financial items. Key discussions centered on the development of a reserve policy, with direction provided to the Finance Committee, and an update on the budget, including strategic investments in special education. The board approved student reentry recommendations and accepted various donations. The consent agenda covered the approval of purchase orders, commercial warrants, an annual contract with Tyler Technologies, school-sponsored travel, new course proposals, employee salary schedules, and an amendment to a memorandum of understanding for the food services department. Additionally, the board announced changes to its future meeting schedule.
Jul 21, 2026·BoardMeeting
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Santa Barbara Unified Board of Education Board Meeting
The board meeting included the oath of office for a new student board member, an announcement regarding the appointment of a director of secondary education, and reports from the student board member and the superintendent. Introductions were made for new school principals, and updates were provided on summer school programming and student achievements. Additionally, the superintendent discussed the impact of the state budget act on the district's fiscal year planning and provided information on the summer food service program.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
