YUHSD Study Session

The Yuma Union High School District No. 70 study session on November 5, 2026, focused on whether teachers should be allowed to work remotely during emergency school closures. District staff described current practices: when a campus closes before the school day, students use the district’s instructional-time model and complete preplanned work through Canvas; staff generally report to campus or another district site if it is safe and usable. The presentation cited four campuses closed for a total of 11 days, with some closures requiring staff relocation. No board vote or policy decision was recorded in the transcript.

The board and staff discussed the potential administrative and financial implications of remote work, especially for employees working from California or Mexico. Officials cited payroll withholding and reporting, possible reimbursement of work expenses, workers’ compensation, labor and leave requirements, and additional HR and legal review; six employees were identified as living in California. Counsel said any arrangement would need clear work-location and approval procedures, and that changes to the instructional-time model would require two readings. No contract award, purchasing action, or other procurement activity was identified.