Washington Unified School District

The board meeting involved various community recognitions and student achievements. Key topics included a bicycle giveaway organized by the West Sacramento Masonic Lodge for fifth-grade students, the recognition of student award recipients from the River City High School Skills USA and ACE mentor programs, and a report on school activities, including a recent blood drive and upcoming prom event. The meeting also included a land acknowledgement, a pledge of allegiance, action items from a closed session regarding labor and property negotiations, and general agenda approvals.

The Board of Education reviewed and approved the participation of forty district employees, including administrators, teachers, and support staff, in the UnboundEd Standards Institute conference. The discussion highlighted the partnership with UnboundEd to address standards-based learning, equity, and biased instructional practices, aligning with the district's strategic and teaching plans. Financial details for the attendance were confirmed using ESSER funds.

The meeting included a land acknowledgement for the Potwin people and a pledge of allegiance. The board reconvened into open session, performed a roll call, and provided announcements regarding items discussed in a closed session, including litigation and personnel matters. Reports were presented by the student board member, the teacher's union representative, and the classified employee union representative, all highlighting the successful conclusion of collective bargaining agreements. The board also opened the floor for public comments regarding summer programs and school clubs, including the Black Student Union.

The committee discussed the status of various school modernization projects, including the Westfield Village and Elkhorn Village renovations. Key agenda items included reviews of Measure Z expenditure reports, presentation of financial audit results, discussions on bond fund allocations, and updates on the Facilities Master Plan priorities such as campus equity, visual and performing arts, and classroom technology upgrades. The committee also covered administrative matters including committee member applications and future meeting planning.

This Expanded Learning Opportunities Program Plan by the Washington Unified School District outlines activities designed to support the whole child, focusing on students' social and emotional learning and development. The plan is structured around five core pillars: providing a safe and supportive environment, fostering active and engaged learning that complements the instructional day, building essential 21st-century skills, empowering youth voice and leadership, and promoting healthy choices and behaviors, including nutrition and physical activity. The program aims to address the academic, social, emotional, and physical needs of students through hands-on, engaging experiences.