JUHSD 6.2.2026 Regular Board Meeting

The Jefferson Union High School District (JUHSD) held its regular board meeting on June 3, 2026. The meeting included extensive discussions on special education programs, highlighting enrollment trends, therapeutic program expansions, and staffing retention successes. The board reviewed the district's Local Control and Accountability Plan (LCAP) goals, focusing on equity, climate and wellness, teaching and learning, and special education enhancements, including the addition of a second Board Certified Behavior Analyst and a pilot reading intervention program. The proposed 2026-27 budget was presented, projecting a $6.5 million deficit with expenditures exceeding $100 million, and included assumptions about state funding, local tax revenues, and employee compensation increases. The board discussed reserve levels, approved resolutions related to education protection account funds, and tentatively approved a contract agreement with AFT Local 1481. Additionally, the board approved a declaration of need to hire educators on waivers when qualified applicants are unavailable. The meeting concluded with condolences extended to a community member's family.