Juan Jauregui

This LCAP Federal Addendum outlines how the Moreno Valley Unified School District will utilize federal funds to supplement and enhance its local strategic priorities, aligning with the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) provisions. The plan focuses on five primary goals: promoting academic growth, establishing college and career readiness, ensuring equitable opportunities, providing a safe learning environment, and supporting effective communication. It details strategies for educator equity, comprehensive parent and family engagement, support for homeless children and youth, seamless student transitions, and professional development, all aimed at improving student outcomes and fostering a supportive educational environment.

This Local Control and Accountability Plan outlines the Moreno Valley Unified School District's roadmap to empower students to be future-ready and positively impact the world by providing an equitable education for college and career success. The plan focuses on five key goals: improving academic growth for every student, increasing college and career readiness, enhancing equitable opportunities, ensuring a safe and welcoming learning environment, and improving effective communication throughout the district. It aims to achieve these by implementing targeted programs and supports, especially for high-needs student groups.

The Board meeting included a report out of closed session regarding public employee employment and discipline, the settlement of various claims, and an annual evaluation of the superintendent. In the public session, the Board addressed concerns from community members regarding the safety and educational access of a student, and heard requests for the Board to resolve specific issues. Additionally, the Board discussed scheduling for future meetings and acknowledged the ancestral lands of indigenous peoples.

The Board of Education held a study session focusing on the district's fiscal stabilization plan. Key discussion topics included the definition and management of the district's budget, the complexities of multi-year financial planning, the budget development cycle, and the challenges posed by lower cost-of-living adjustments alongside the conclusion of one-time state and federal grants. The administration emphasized the importance of maintaining fiscal solvency to support district goals.

The board meeting involved discussions on superintendent evaluation and public employee appointment, leading to the approval of several new school principal appointments. The meeting also included a pledge of allegiance, a land acknowledgement, and a review of future board meeting dates. Additionally, the board addressed public comments concerning an incident involving a student injury that occurred on school grounds, with the parents expressing concerns regarding transparency, record access, and student safety accountability.