Hermosa Beach City School District

The 2026-27 Local Control and Accountability Plan (LCAP) for Hermosa Beach City School District outlines the district's strategy to enhance student outcomes and community engagement. Key priorities include improving inclusive awareness, student resiliency, and school climate through social-emotional development and safety; sustaining academic excellence in ELA, math, and science via professional development and expanded student experiences; and strengthening community ties, increasing enrollment, and updating the master plan for facilities and technology. The plan aims to empower all students to achieve and thrive in a safe, healthy, and inclusive educational environment.

This document serves as an update for the HBCSD Strategic Plan, focusing on assessing progress made on Year 1 priorities and identifying adjustments needed for Year 2. Key focus areas include an overview of the Measure HV Bond Program, detailing phased projects such as school improvements for Hermosa Valley and Hermosa View Schools, district-wide technology system audits and upgrades, and energy efficiency initiatives. The update aims to reflect on accomplishments, address gaps, and inform future strategic directions.

The meeting focused on design and construction updates for the Hermosa Valley School modernization project and the Hermosa View portable project. Discussions included schedule updates, site analysis, scope of work for specific buildings, parking enhancements, floor plans, and landscape designs. Furthermore, the committee addressed scoping challenges such as fire safety requirements, water pressure, egress plans, and community constraints for active school campuses, while outlining subsequent steps for agency review and construction phases.

The Board of Education meeting included reports on local athletic achievements, specifically recognizing the girls' basketball team for an undefeated season, and updates from the Student Council regarding school events, author visits, and student projects in areas such as Spanish, finance, public speaking, and technology. The Board also addressed administrative matters, including the approval of a legal settlement, and received a mid-year update on the district's three-year strategic plan, which focuses on academic excellence, inclusive environments, and community engagement.

The board meeting included a closed session where actions were taken regarding the non-reelection of nine certificated teachers and one temporary classified employee. Following the closed session, the board received updates from the Hermosa Valley Student Council regarding trimester activities, sports, and fundraisers, including the Glenn Miller orchestra event. Board members also discussed the student visit to the Museum of Tolerance. Additionally, staff provided an athletics update covering the cheer program, the sports banquet, transportation logistics, and updated parent codes of conduct. Participation data for fall and winter sports programs was also reviewed.