CUSD Board Meeting - June 25, 2026 - Part 1

The Calexico Unified School District Board held a meeting on June 25, 2026, focusing extensively on educational program updates, community engagement, and fiscal management. Key procurement-related actions included approval of multiple contracts and agreements such as the continuation of an international teacher visa contract with International Alliance Group, a district-wide case management platform with Campus Quasin Guardian, and a K12 project-based learning professional development with Blue Dot Education. The board also approved a pilot implementation of the Zinga Solutions hall pass platform at Klexico High School to enhance student safety and accountability. Additionally, the board approved the request for proposal for food and paper products for the Imperial County School Food Services Cooperative and accepted categorical program funding applications for the 2026-27 school year. Budget discussions highlighted the district's financial status, including projected expenditures, revenues, and notably high workers' compensation costs, which were identified as a significant budgetary concern. The board passed motions to approve the 2026-27 adopted budget and estimated actuals, emphasizing ongoing efforts to manage expenditures amid declining enrollment and funding challenges. Several resolutions were passed regarding the disposition of surplus technology, furniture, and ground equipment assets. The board also voted to rename Cesar Chavez Elementary School to Desert Valley Elementary School following a community survey. Overall, the meeting combined educational program updates with critical fiscal and procurement decisions to support district operations and student services.