PUSD Board of Education Regular Meeting - Live Coverage of August 27, 2026

The Pasadena Unified School District Board of Education held a regular meeting on August 27, 2026, focusing on various district issues including special education litigation settlements, school facility upgrades, and technology use policies. Key procurement-related discussions included approval of a budget adjustment and scope expansion for the John Muir High School rebuild project, which involved a guaranteed maximum price contract with lease-leaseback delivery. The board also discussed capital improvement projects across multiple campuses, including new construction, athletic facility upgrades, and sustainability initiatives such as expanding tree canopy coverage. Additionally, the board approved acceptance of a grant for arts education funding and reviewed staffing positions funded by one-time grants. Policy discussions addressed technology use in classrooms, specifically screen time limits and device management, with motions passed to develop recommendations and include broader stakeholder input. The meeting included votes on settlements, contract approvals, and budget adjustments, reflecting ongoing capital improvement and educational technology procurement activities within the district.