MUSD Board of Education 9/22/26 Meeting

The Milpitas Unified School District Board of Education held a meeting on September 22, 2026, covering a range of topics including strategic commitments, student and staff recognitions, and updates on district communications and policies. Key procurement-related discussions included the approval of a consent item involving a contract exceeding $250,000 for the New Horizon Science Camp, with a total cost of approximately $355,000. The board also adopted resolutions recognizing National Hispanic Heritage Month and acknowledged the results of a merit system election for classified personnel, which did not pass. Additionally, the board conducted a public hearing and accepted initial collective bargaining proposals for the 2026-27 contract negotiations with the California School Employees Association (CSEA) Chapter 281. Policy discussions included a second reading and adoption of a new board policy on mobile communication devices in schools. The meeting emphasized ongoing efforts to improve communication with families, including enhancements to the district's parent handbook and the use of technology to increase engagement. No other specific vendor selections or capital improvement projects were detailed in the transcript.