(English) Meeting of the Board of Education - July 15, 2026

The Long Beach Unified School District Board of Education held a meeting on July 15, 2026, which included several procurement-related discussions primarily focused on educational technology and student support services. The board approved contracts totaling over $8 million to support Career Technical Education (CTE) programs, including modernization of equipment and funding for pathway facilitator positions across all high schools. Additionally, contracts amounting to approximately $63 million were approved to provide services for students with exceptional needs, including non-public agencies and schools offering intervention aids and behavior technicians. The board also discussed a multi-year purchase of information technology goods and services related to an electronic door locks project, with contracts extending through 2030 and an annual expenditure of about $500,000. Members requested detailed breakdowns of funding allocations and vendor assignments for these contracts. Beyond procurement, the meeting featured extensive public commentary on educational programs, particularly concerns about the dual immersion program and the use of technology in classrooms. The board also conducted a student outcomes-focused governance self-evaluation and welcomed a new student board member. The superintendent provided updates on foundational reading skills assessments and district initiatives. Overall, the meeting combined contract approvals with strategic discussions on educational quality and community engagement.