MUSD Board of Education | Special School Board Meeting | Feb 3, 2026

The Monrovia Unified School District (MUSD) Board of Education held a special meeting on February 3, 2026, primarily focused on the contentious issue of middle school consolidation. The board reconsidered the superintendent's recommendation to designate Clifton Middle School as the sole middle school site and close Santa Fe Middle School as part of a fiscal stabilization plan. Public comments reflected strong community engagement, with many speakers urging the board to move forward with consolidation to ensure financial stability and equitable access to programs, while others expressed concerns about the process, transparency, and potential impacts on students and staff. The board debated the timing, financial projections, and the need for a more comprehensive community-based consolidation committee. A motion was made and passed to rescind the previous delay on the consolidation decision, though some board members voted against it. The superintendent presented updated financial data projecting multi-year cost savings from the consolidation, emphasizing reductions in positions rather than layoffs. The discussion highlighted challenges in budget transparency and the importance of balancing fiscal responsibility with educational equity. The meeting concluded with plans to proceed with the consolidation decision, acknowledging the complexity and community impact involved.