CJUSD Board Meeting - May 7, 2026

The Colton Joint Unified School District Board held a meeting on May 7, 2026, which included recognition of outstanding employees and students, updates on educational programs, and approval of various action items. Notably, the board approved the School Resource Officer (SRO) contract with the Bloomington area Sheriff's Department, ensuring law enforcement coverage across the district's multiple jurisdictions, including collaboration with Fontana and Rialto police departments. The meeting also featured presentations on the Umoja program launching at Grand Terrace High School to support African-American and underserved students, with plans to expand similar programs district-wide. Additionally, the board approved action items 6.1 through 6.67 (except 6.66 initially), with 6.66 (the SRO contract) approved separately by a 7-0 vote. Other highlights included scholarship awards totaling approximately $26,000, recognition of Grand Terrace High School as a Project Lead the Way Distinguished High School, and employee of the month honors. No new capital improvement projects or procurement contracts beyond the SRO agreement were discussed.