Rialto Unified School District

This plan outlines the Rialto Unified School District's commitment to prioritizing and providing transportation services to specific student groups. Key focus areas include students with disabilities, those experiencing homelessness (McKinney-Vento), foster youth, unduplicated pupils in transitional kindergarten through sixth grade, and low-income students. The plan details procedures, eligibility criteria, and various modes of transportation to ensure equitable access to education and support student well-being.

This Local Control Accountability Plan for Rialto Unified School District outlines a strategic direction to ensure every student's success from transitional kindergarten through 12th grade, fostering competence in literacy and mathematics, and preparing them for higher education, careers, and life. Key priorities include providing high-quality instruction, implementing timely interventions, and strengthening dual language programs. The plan emphasizes addressing the academic and socio-emotional needs of diverse student populations, including English learners, foster youth, socioeconomically disadvantaged students, and students with disabilities, while also cultivating a positive school environment and promoting community engagement.

The board meeting agenda includes presentations on the Local Control and Accountability Plan annual update, the proposed budget for fiscal year 2026-27, and student and family engagement initiatives. Several public hearings are scheduled regarding the LCAP, the proposed budget, collective bargaining agreement disclosures, and teacher contract proposals. Consent items cover policy revisions, financial matters including warrant lists and donations, equipment disposal, bid awards for turf replacement, and various professional agreements. Discussion and action items feature agreements for family engagement, attendance frameworks, and student disciplinary matters.

The meeting featured a presentation from the new director of community schools regarding plans to support 25 schools with specialists and school-based hubs. Plans for a Mother's Day event were discussed, including a schedule change to accommodate students taking AP exams. An announcement was made regarding participation in an upcoming Literacy Fair at the Chavez/Huerta Education Center to distribute books and offer school attendance recovery activities. The organization Del Sol provided a health workshop on nutrition, focusing on portion control, macronutrients, and the prevention of diabetes and obesity. Additionally, students from Eisenhower High School delivered a presentation on diabetes awareness.

The meeting featured a presentation by Latoya BridgeWood regarding the importance of yoga and meditation for students. The discussion covered techniques to manage stress and emotions, specifically focusing on nasal breathing exercises and meditation practices. Strategies to improve student focus and balance were demonstrated, including the suggestion to limit electronic device usage for children to encourage quiet time. The board also addressed questions regarding the potential expansion of yoga programs into elementary and high schools.