Regular meeting of the San Diego Unified Board of Education on March 24th, 2026.

The San Diego Unified School District Board of Education held a regular meeting on March 24, 2026, focusing primarily on student academic progress, school community engagement, and staffing challenges. Key procurement-related discussions included the approval of a compensation agreement related to former redevelopment agency properties, which faced opposition due to concerns over undervaluation and potential loss of district revenue. The board voted to postpone consideration of this item to allow further review. Additionally, the board addressed significant budget and staffing issues, including the potential layoffs and reassignments of over 120 classified staff members, with multiple public speakers urging the board to reconsider cuts due to their impact on student support and school operations. The meeting also covered capital improvement projects, notably the modernization and expansion of the Jackson campus, with construction anticipated to begin in mid-2027. Policy decisions included initiating a process for a school name change to reflect community values. Overall, the meeting highlighted ongoing efforts to balance fiscal constraints with the need to maintain educational quality and support services, with several action items related to budget allocations, staffing, and facilities planning.