September 3, 2026 Board of Education Meeting

The Sacramento City Unified School District Board of Education held a meeting on September 3, 2026, which included several procurement-related discussions and contract approvals. Key agenda items involved the approval of employment agreements for senior district positions including general counsel, chief academic officer, and chief of schools, with specified salaries and benefits. A significant portion of the meeting focused on special education non-public agency and non-public school contracts for the 2026-27 fiscal year, including contracts with Skoey for specialized day programs and services. Board members discussed the high costs of outsourcing special education services and expressed interest in developing in-house programs to reduce reliance on expensive contractors. The board approved these contracts with a request for future plans to bring services back internally. Additionally, an update on the facilities master plan was presented, highlighting over $100 million in potential state funding for capital projects and emphasizing equitable, data-driven investment strategies. The board also approved the renewal of the Language Academy of Sacramento charter for a five-year term, contingent on an operational agreement. Public comments addressed concerns about special education services, volunteer background check fees, and community engagement. Overall, the meeting combined routine contract approvals with strategic discussions on fiscal responsibility and service delivery improvements in special education and facilities management.