Board of Education Meeting --- August 18, 2026

The San Bernardino City Unified School District Board of Education held a meeting on August 18, 2026, which included recognitions of community members and students, approval of new assistant directors for accountability and educational technology and categorical programs, and discussions on parent volunteer requirements and board member compensation. The board approved the appointments of Caesar Lopez as Assistant Director of Accountability and Educational Technology and Jacqueline Miner as Assistant Director of Categorical Programs. There was a detailed discussion regarding a proposed 5% annual compensation increase for board members, with concerns raised about timing and messaging relative to staff raises; the motion was tabled pending legal review. The board also addressed new Department of Justice mandates requiring parent volunteers to complete background checks, TB tests, and mandated reporter training, with plans to provide further information and explore cost mitigation. Additional topics included expulsion authorizations, student board member reports, and community engagement initiatives. Several action items related to personnel appointments and expulsion petitions were approved by vote.