Mary Dournaee

The board discussed the dismissal process for a certificated employee and authorized legal counsel to initiate due process proceedings under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act. The meeting also included recognition and tributes for the retiring superintendent for over 40 years of service, presentations regarding district accomplishments and the LCAP plan, and discussions on budget resolutions.

The board discussed several items including the approval of bond program consent items and a public hearing regarding the Local Control Accountability Plan (LCAP) for the 2026-2027 school year. The presentation on the LCAP covered district goals concerning student attendance, well-being, engagement, and academic achievement for multilingual learners. Discussions focused on analyzing data, evaluating the effectiveness of current educational programs, restorative practices, and future steps for parent engagement and support for English learners.

The board met to discuss several key items, including the adoption of a neutral factfinder's report regarding classified union negotiations and the subsequent reduction in hours for classified librarian positions. Additionally, the meeting featured an audit report on Measure S and Measure T bond spending, which confirmed that all funds were used appropriately with no findings. The board also received a presentation from the Redwood City Education Foundation, which outlined its mission to promote equitable education, reduce barriers to engagement, and support underserved students through investments in mental health, academic support, and family engagement.

The board discussed union negotiations and anticipated litigation during a closed session. The meeting also featured a presentation on the district's math curriculum, highlighting implementation phases, teacher support, and instructional routines, particularly regarding multilingual learners. Additionally, the board approved bond consent items related to air conditioning and solar upgrades.

The committee held a meeting to welcome new members and discuss the resignation of a former member. The primary focus of the discussion was the presentation of the financial and performance audit reports for the 2024-2025 fiscal year. An external auditor explained the scope and methodology of the audits, noting that there were no audit findings and that the district's accounting records were clean. The committee reviewed the audit process, including sampling rates, and confirmed that the district management supported the audit requirements. Additionally, the committee discussed the purpose and responsibilities of the oversight committee, as well as the procedure for finalizing the audit reports.