San Bernardino City Unified School District

The Local Control and Accountability Plan (LCAP) for the San Bernardino City Unified School District for the 2026-27 school year. It is guided by 'Vision 2030: SBCUSD SHINES,' which outlines a mission to ensure every student has the skills, resilience, and determination to succeed in school, career, and life. This vision is supported by six pillars: a strong district, academic honors and innovation, integration of students, families, community, and educational staff, nutrition, health, and well-being, equity as a foundation, and safety and protection in attractive learning environments. The plan details strategic actions, resource allocation, and continuous improvement efforts, particularly focusing on academic achievement, student engagement, and support for high-needs students through collaboration with educational partners.

The Commission addressed ongoing tensions with the District regarding the administration of the merit system, focusing on the hiring of a provisional personnel director, the processing of employment paperwork, and the acquisition of recruitment software. Action was taken to formally appoint a provisional personnel director, authorize a change in legal counsel due to conflict of interest, and initiate a request for clarification regarding the District's general counsel. Additionally, the Commission approved requests for staff training attendance and payment of association dues, and concluded the meeting with a closed session to discuss anticipated litigation.

The commission discussed various legal and administrative conflicts with the district. Key actions included approving legal counsel, challenging the governing board's refusal to hire a Personnel Commission Director, and seeking legal representation to enforce the commission's authority to appoint staff. The commission also addressed issues regarding budget preparation for the upcoming fiscal year, funding for a software subscription, and hiring practices for classified employees. Additionally, the commission reviewed the non-certification of a specific employment appointment and held a discussion regarding the merit system. A closed session was conducted to discuss existing and anticipated litigation.

The board meeting included the swearing-in of new student board members for the school year. Key agenda items featured a public hearing and the adoption of a Memorandum of Understanding regarding employment abolishments and decreases for the California School Employees Association Chapter 183. Additionally, the board received a presentation from the Child Development Program that covered attendance and enrollment data, academic achievement metrics, and the distribution of parent guides to support student development.

The Board recognized athletic achievements by local high school teams and received community organization updates regarding educational and safety programs. Closed session actions addressed administrative appointments and student discipline matters. The Board reviewed the California School Dashboard Local Indicators and the Human Resources department's strategic initiatives. Key business items included the adoption of the 2026-2027 Local Control and Accountability Plan and the district budget, approval of School Plans for Student Achievement, authorization of a sponsorship for the Inland Empire Children's Book Project, and the naming of a community room. Additionally, the Board approved various facility-related agreements, construction projects, and consultant service contracts.