Regular Board Meeting 3/12/2026

The Sierra Sands Unified School District held its regular board meeting on March 12, 2026, where key procurement and budget topics were discussed. The board approved a $2,877,860 per year three-year contract with Allevo Learning to operate the expanded learning opportunities program (ELOP) at all elementary school sites through summer 2029, funded by ELO funds. This decision followed extensive public comment expressing concern over replacing the long-standing nonprofit High Desert Leaping Lizards (HDLL) after-school program with the for-profit Allevo Learning, highlighting issues of community impact, staffing, and program quality. The board also authorized solicitation of bids for three modular classroom buildings to support the ELO program at Fowler, Busfloras, and Buick STEM Academy, with funding from the ELO program. Additionally, the board ratified change orders related to the Richmond Elementary School replacement project, funded primarily by a Department of Defense grant. The district presented and received approval for its second interim budget report for fiscal year 2025-26, certifying financial stability despite planned deficit spending and emphasizing ongoing monitoring of attendance and funding. Other agenda items included contract negotiations with employee associations, designation of April 2026 as Military Child Month, and approval of district representatives to the adult education consortium. The meeting reflected a focus on expanding and enhancing educational programs while managing fiscal responsibilities and community concerns.