Manoj Roychowdhury

The Local Control and Accountability Plan (LCAP) outlines strategic goals and priorities for the district from 2024 to 2027. Key focus areas include developing college and career-readiness skills, fostering social-emotional competencies and self-identity, and ensuring safe, equitable, and inclusive schools. The plan addresses eight state priority areas: basic services, implementation of state standards, parent and family engagement, student achievement, student engagement, school climate, course access, and other student outcomes, all aimed at ensuring equitable results for all students. It also includes a budget overview.

The Board of Education meeting included an update on a closed session legal matter involving a settlement agreement, the authorization of a $4.5 million payment to a plaintiff, and the hiring of a forensic investigator. The Board also addressed threats to public services or facilities and requested an investigation into a recent rally. Additionally, the meeting included public comments regarding the LEAD summer program, concerns about community civility, school leadership transitions, and requests for investigation into potential harassment of staff.

The board meeting included the adoption of the agenda and a transition into a closed session. During the closed session, the board discussed labor negotiations and two distinct litigation matters.

The board meeting featured a recognition ceremony and a regular session. Key topics included a clarification on the LEAD summer program budget, with a focus on projected ceilings versus actual expenditures, and concerns regarding transparency in the superintendent search process. Community members addressed the board regarding recent protests and requested increased transparency in board operations. A tribute was held for a deceased district employee, and the meeting concluded with recognitions for retiring staff members, specifically a district athletic administrator and an assistant principal.

The 2025-26 Principal's Report for El Morro Elementary School outlines key focus areas including developing college and career readiness skills, fostering social-emotional competencies, and ensuring safe, equitable, and inclusive schools. The report details initiatives such as enhanced tiered instruction and interventions, career exploration, student agency, PBIS integration, and efforts to reduce chronic absenteeism and increase parent engagement.