FMSD Open Session - Board Meeting - 06/09/2026

The Franklin-McKinley School District held an open session board meeting on June 9, 2026, focusing primarily on educational program updates, student demographics, and the district's budget for the 2026-2027 fiscal year. Key procurement-related discussions included a detailed presentation of the district's budget, highlighting increased state funding, special education funding boosts, and the impact of new state policies such as a proposed 14-week paid pregnancy disability leave. The board reviewed multi-year financial projections, noting a positive fund balance but cautioning about future declines due to expiring one-time revenues and enrollment decreases. Additionally, the board discussed the College Connection Academy's enrollment criteria and efforts to increase access for English Learner students. A new policy restricting mobile device use during instructional time was introduced, with plans for monitoring equitable implementation. The board also passed resolutions including opposition to a proposed ICE detention center in Santa Clara County and approved board member compensation adjustments. Several motions related to budget approvals and policy adoptions were passed by roll call vote, reflecting ongoing fiscal and operational governance of the district.