OUSD School Board Meeting - June 4, 2026

The Orange Unified School District held its regular school board meeting on June 4, 2026. Key procurement-related discussions included the approval of the 2025-26 estimated actuals and the 2026-27 proposed budget, with a focus on maintaining a reserve exceeding 10% as required by the state. The board also approved a resolution to commit nearly $19.9 million for emergency communication improvements and enrollment stabilization reserves. Additionally, the board adopted new board policies, including one limiting student smartphone use, and approved the adoption of a high school ethnic studies course, which will become a graduation requirement starting with the class of 2030. The meeting included a presentation on a 30-day public review period for new instructional materials for the International Baccalaureate biology program and a career technical education construction pathway. A contract renewal for the Raptor visitor management system was approved to enhance campus safety. The board also discussed ongoing litigation related to construction delays, with legal costs increasing to $1.6 million, and agreed to develop a board policy to improve transparency on such matters. Numerous recognitions were given to students, staff, and community members, and reports highlighted various educational programs and achievements across the district.