CUSD Special Board Meeting - May 21, 2026

The Calexico Unified School District held a special board meeting on May 21, 2026, primarily focused on the approval of a resolution to reduce or eliminate certain certificated employee positions due to declining enrollment and budget constraints. The meeting included public comments from a teacher expressing concerns about the layoff process, transparency, and fairness, particularly regarding the use of the PKS (a legally recognized layoff mechanism) and seniority considerations. District officials confirmed that all legal procedures, including an administrative hearing with an administrative law judge, were followed. The board approved the resolution to lay off 16 certificated employees, with an estimated financial impact of approximately $3.7 million. The board also discussed the rights of laid-off teachers, including a 39-month reemployment list and priority for substitute teaching positions. The resolution passed unanimously with a 5-0 vote.