(English) Meeting of the Board of Education, June 3rd, 2026

The Long Beach Unified School District Board of Education held a meeting on June 3, 2026, focusing on various district matters including student discipline, administrative transfers, and student achievements. Significant procurement-related discussions included approval of technology contracts totaling approximately $195,000 for IT support and network upgrades, and a $343,375 contract with Core Districts for data-driven collaboration improvement, despite concerns raised about potential conflicts of interest involving district leadership. The board reviewed the 2026-2027 Local Control Accountability Plan (LCAP) and budget update, highlighting ongoing budget challenges such as declining enrollment, deficit spending, and the need for sustainable funding, especially for special education programs. The board also discussed the superintendent search process, scheduling an additional meeting on June 15, 2026, for the official appointment. Several motions related to budget approvals and meeting scheduling were passed unanimously. The meeting included extensive community engagement reports and recognized various student and staff achievements, but no new capital improvement projects or large-scale procurement awards were noted.