1/15/26 Regular Meeting of the Governing Board

The San Marcos Unified School District Governing Board held a regular business meeting on January 15, 2026. Key procurement-related discussions included updates on the Knobill construction project, highlighting safety protocols and progress despite recent rain delays. The board reviewed and unanimously approved the district's 2024-25 annual financial audit, which included adjustments related to a solar and energy conservation project. The audit received a clean opinion, indicating sound financial management. Additionally, the board discussed the restructuring of the floral design program from an agricultural pathway to a business pathway, with plans to introduce new related courses such as retail floral and entrepreneurship and small business management. These courses will be presented for final approval in February and, if viable, added to the 2026-27 master schedule. The board also received updates on various Career Technical Education (CTE) pathways, including cybersecurity, game design, mental health, engineering technology, and translation interpretation, emphasizing dual enrollment opportunities and industry partnerships. No votes were taken on capital improvement contracts or new procurement awards during this meeting.