SSFUSD Board Meeting - May 21, 2026

The South San Francisco Unified School District (SSFUSD) Board of Trustees held a regular meeting on May 21, 2026, which included multiple procurement and budget-related discussions. Key procurement actions included approval of a two-year renewal agreement with DocuSign valued at $117,207.84, a contract with Protec Consulting and Engineering for hazardous materials consulting services at Spruce Elementary School for $52,620, and an agreement with Kier and Wright Civil Engineers for topographic survey services for the South San Francisco High School Modernization project at $48,250. The board also approved a $162,518.40 contract for crossing guard services and a $192,602 proposal for construction management services supporting special education classroom alterations and HVAC replacement projects. Additionally, the board approved the purchase of communication equipment from Crystal Communications for $107,564.77 with ongoing maintenance costs. A significant discussion centered on a $1 million, five-year contract for a safety alert badge system for staff, which was ultimately approved despite concerns about privacy and labor negotiations. The board received an update on the governor's May Revision budget proposal, highlighting potential impacts on education funding, including a proposed increase in special education base rates and ongoing funding for universal meals. Policy decisions included adopting election policies for the November 2026 board election and recognizing LGBTQ+ Pride Month. Several course revisions and new career technical education courses were approved, excluding some biotech courses for further review. Overall, the meeting focused on approving contracts and agreements supporting district facilities, safety, and educational programs, alongside budget updates and policy adoptions.