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Aug 11, 2026·BoardMeeting
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Arcata School District Special Board Meeting Minutes
The board discussed and took action on several items, including the ratification of a collective bargaining agreement with the California School Employees Association for the 2025-2026 school year. Staffing adjustments for the 2026/2027 school year were approved, along with Local Assignment Options to permit specific teachers to instruct Social Studies in middle school grades. Additionally, the board approved the adoption and purchase of the Second Step K-8 social-emotional learning curriculum, funded by mental health grants. The superintendent also provided a report regarding a provisional appointment for a vacant trustee seat.
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Arcata School District Special Board Meeting Minutes
The Board discussed and approved the disqualification of the lowest bid for the Summer 2026 Deferred Maintenance Project due to an incomplete submission, ultimately awarding the contract to ACG. Additionally, the Board addressed a vacancy in the Board of Trustees resulting from a member's relocation, outlining plans to fill the position through a provisional appointment process and schedule interviews.
Jun 18, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Arcata School District Special Board Meeting
The board focused on several administrative and financial items, including the review and adoption of the 2026/2027 Local Control Accountability Plan (LCAP) and the LCAP Federal Addendum. Additionally, the board approved the 2026/2027 Local Control Funding Formula (LCFF) Budget and passed a resolution regarding the 2026/2027 Education Protection Account. There was also deliberation regarding a request from Coastal Grove Charter School to amend a facility grant application, ultimately resulting in no formal action being taken.
Jun 16, 2026·BoardMeeting
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Arcata School District Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
The meeting agenda includes discussions on labor negotiations and a superintendent performance evaluation during closed session. Open session topics include the approval of warrants, employee resignations, and various annual contract renewals for food services, transportation, and facility maintenance. The board will review updates to board policies, receive leadership team reports, and conduct public hearings regarding a charter renewal petition, the Local Control and Accountability Plan, the Local Control Funding Formula budget, and the Education Protection Account. Additional action items cover budget transfers, collective bargaining agreements, facility use updates, and superintendent employment.
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