National School District Regular Board Meeting 08/26/2026

The National School District held a regular board meeting on August 26, 2026, which included discussions on student safety policies, particularly regarding the role and procedures of School Resource Officers (SROs) during disciplinary investigations. Board members expressed concerns about ensuring parental notification and presence during student interviews by law enforcement, emphasizing the need to update board policy 5145.11 to clarify these procedures and protect student rights. The meeting also covered procurement-related matters, including the approval of an amendment to contract CT3968 with SGPA Architects for additional architectural and engineering services related to school facility improvements, specifically addressing accessibility and utility issues at Los Palmas and El Toyon schools. Additionally, the board accepted donations totaling over $1,800 from Mission Federal Credit Union for staff events and student contests. The board acknowledged the successful completion of the Williams audit confirming sufficient instructional materials and discussed ongoing efforts in school safety, instructional efficiency, and staff negotiations. No votes were taken on policy changes during this meeting, but action items were identified for future legal review and policy updates.