PSUSD Public Board Meeting - 10.13.2026

The Palm Springs Unified School District Board of Education regular meeting was held October 13, 2026. The board approved several personnel appointments and employment agreements, including Dr. Brian Grass as Rancho Mirage Elementary principal (salary schedule 212, column 2, step 21; effective date to be determined), Terren Saul as a teacher (schedule 212, column 2, step 4; effective October 14, 2026), Dr. Joseph Ooa as Vista Del Monte Elementary principal, and Ken Helms as director of facilities planning and development (range 42, step 4). The motions passed. The meeting included no identified bid approvals, contract awards, vendor selections, or purchasing decisions.

The board also heard a presentation on district health services, including student health needs, screening, and community partnerships that provide services such as vision care and athletic physicals. The Latinas Unidas organization described its independently raised scholarship funds, including $10,000 raised annually for student scholarships. These discussions did not include district procurement actions or budget allocations.