Eureka City Unified School District

The meeting commenced with a Land Acknowledgement and establishment of quorum. Key discussions involved reports from a PAC Member regarding attendance at the National Indian Education Association Conference and a Staff Report introducing new hires, group growth updates, and efforts supporting student safety. Old Business focused on filling vacant positions, including the Second Vice Chair role and several Parent Representative seats, and confirming the Student Representative. New Business items included a budget review for Federal and Wiot Grants, coordinating library book delivery to elementary sites, exploring mentoring opportunities, potential district assistance, and an update from the College of the Redwoods Indigenous Language Institute. An announcement detailed a forthcoming Summer Program developed by Blue Lake Rancheria.

The meeting agenda included the Call to Order, Land Acknowledgment, Roll Call, and the announcement of a quorum based on Bylaws. Key discussion points covered Public Questions or Comments, Staff Reports for November, and New Business items brought from the floor. Old Business focused on additional nominations for vacant positions, and the meeting concluded with Adjournment.

This strategic plan aims to maximize school resources and align with the Local Control and Accountability Plan (LCAP) to increase student achievement. Key focus areas include improving English Language Arts (ELA) and Mathematics proficiency for all students, enhancing English Learner (EL) reading scores, and reducing chronic absenteeism and suspension rates. The plan also seeks to foster a strong sense of connection and belonging within the school community.

This strategic plan, known as the School Plan for Student Achievement (SPSA), outlines Eureka High School's roadmap to maximize resources and enhance student achievement by minimizing redundant efforts. It aligns with the Local Control and Accountability Plan (LCAP) and integrates planning for federal and state-funded programs to support student success, particularly for underrepresented groups. The plan focuses on continuous improvement cycles to prepare students for college, careers, and lifelong learning, structured around five core goals and associated strategies.

The School Plan for Student Achievement (SPSA) for Catherine L. Zane Secondary School is a strategic roadmap for the 2026-27 school year, aiming to maximize resources and enhance student outcomes. The plan's core priorities include significant improvements in academic performance, particularly in Mathematics and English Language Arts, by targeting specific proficiency gaps. It also focuses on cultivating a positive school climate through strategies to boost student attendance, reduce chronic absenteeism, and decrease suspension rates, especially for vulnerable subgroups such as English learners and students with disabilities. A key component is strengthening English Language Development (ELD) and Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) to ensure all students achieve essential competencies and language proficiency.