Modesto Board of Education 06/8/2026

The Modesto City Schools Board of Education held a regular meeting on June 8, 2026, which included several procurement-related discussions and budget approvals. Key procurement actions included the approval of a resolution to dedicate an easement at Franklin Elementary School to Modesto Irrigation District for electrical facilities, and authorization for teachers to be assigned outside their credentialed academic major or minor, specifically for interscholastic athletic periods. The board also conducted public hearings and approved the Special Education Local Plan and Annual Services Budget for the 2026-27 school year, detailing funding allocations including federal, state, and local sources, with a focus on addressing underfunding and staffing shortages in special education. Additionally, the board reviewed the Local Control and Accountability Plan (LCAP) draft for 2026-27, aligning district goals with budget priorities and educational services. The proposed district budget for 2026-27 was presented, highlighting revenue assumptions, expenditure plans, and projected deficits, with discussions on the impact of new state funding and mandates such as paid pregnancy disability leave. The board also considered a first reading to revise board member stipends, proposing an increase from $765 to up to $3,000 per month, with debate on timing and retroactivity. Expanded learning summer school programming was reported, including partnerships and student enrollment. Overall, the meeting focused heavily on budget planning, special education funding, capital project easements, and board compensation policy changes, with multiple motions passed to approve budget plans and resolutions.