Goleta Union School District Meetings

Board Meeting - 9/9/2026 - Regular Board Meeting, September 9, 2026

9/4/2026

BOARD MEETING RULES, REGULATIONS AND CONDUCT:

Board Meeting Location
Our Board Meetings are offered both in-person and via Zoom Audio. The Board's meeting schedule, including current and past agendas, meeting materials, minutes and Zoom link to all meetings can be found on our website at gusd.us/Board/Meeting Schedules with Agendas and Minutes.  If you need technical assistance, please contact Jeremiah Johnson, Director of Information Technology, at jejohnson@gusd.us.

Public Inspection of Documents
In compliance with Government Code 54957.5, agenda-related documents that were distributed to the Board less than 72 hours prior to the board meeting are available for inspection as an attachment on the board agenda item or in person at the Goleta Union School District Offices located at 401 North Fairview Avenue, Goleta.

Public Comment
In general, individual speakers will be allowed three (3) minutes to address the Board on each agenda or nonagenda item, and the Board will limit the total time for public input on each item to 20 minutes. However, in exceptional circumstances, when necessary to ensure full opportunity for public input, the Board President may, with Board consent, adjust the amount of time allowed for public input and/or the time allotted for each speaker. Any such adjustment shall be done equitably so as to allow a diversity of viewpoints. The President may also ask members of the public with the same viewpoint to select a few individuals to address the Board on behalf of that viewpoint.

The Board is generally prohibited from discussing items not on the agenda. Under limited circumstances, the Board may discuss and act on items not on the agenda if they involve an emergency affecting the safety of persons or property, or a work stoppage, or if the need to act comes to the attention of the district too late to be included on the posted agenda.  The Board shall not prohibit public criticism of policies, procedures, programs or services of the school district, or the acts or omissions of the Board. Persons appearing before the Board are reminded, as a point of information, that members of the Board are without authority to act independently, as individuals, in official matters. No speaker is granted the privilege by the Board to make statements which may be considered defamatory or otherwise actionable by other persons, including district officers and employees. The Goleta Union School District Board of Trustees has adopted Board Policy 1312.1, Complaint Procedures, for addressing complaints against district employees. Complaints must be processed in accordance with the procedures outlined in this policy.

Please note that the Board offers the public the ability to comment during the meeting via Zoom in addition to the opportunity to provide comment in person at the meeting location. If the Board experiences technical difficulties with Zoom or the use of Zoom results in the disruption of the meeting, the Board may decide to limit or not allow further comment via Zoom for the remainder of the meeting.

Additionally, if technical difficulties persist, this notice advises members of the public that the Board meeting will continue without broadcasting.

Public Comment Procedure
If you wish to make a comment in person , please submit the public comment card to the Board Secretary by 6:30 pm.
If you wish to make a comment virtually, please visit our website at gusd.us/Board/Meeting Schedules with Agendas and Minutes to view the public comment procedures.

Disruptive Behavior
The Board President shall not permit any disturbance or willful interruption of Board meetings. Persistent disruption by an individual or group or any conduct or statements that threaten the safety of any person(s) at the meeting shall be grounds for the President to terminate the privilege of addressing the Board.  The Board may remove disruptive individuals and order the room cleared if necessary. In this case, members of the media not participating in the disturbance shall be allowed to remain, and individuals not participating in such disturbances may be allowed to remain at the discretion of the Board. When the room is ordered cleared due to a disturbance, further Board proceedings shall concern only matters appearing on the agenda. (Government Code 54957.9) When such disruptive conduct occurs, the Superintendent or designee shall contact local law enforcement as necessary.

Consent Items
All matters listed under Consent are those on which the Board has previously deliberated or which can be classified as routine items of business. An administrative recommendation on each item is contained in the agenda supplements. There will be no separate discussion of these items prior to the time the Board of Education votes on the motion unless members of the Board or staff request specific items to be discussed or pulled from the consent items.

Closed Session
The Board may meet in Closed Session to consider qualified matters of litigation, employee negotiations, student discipline, employee grievances, personnel qualifications, or real estate negotiations.

Cell Phones
As a courtesy to all meeting attendees, please set cellular phones and pagers to silent mode and engage in conversations outside the meeting room.

Interpretation
If you will attend the in-person meeting and require Spanish translation, please arrive promptly by 6:15pm for translation setup.
To set up translation in any language, log in to the meeting. Once the meeting starts, click on the "More" button (...) in the Zoom control bar. Click on the "Captions" button. Choose the language of your choice.

In order to ensure that non-English speakers receive the same opportunity to directly address the Board, any member of the public who utilizes a translator shall be provided at least twice the allotted time to address the Board, unless simultaneous translation equipment is used to allow the Board to hear the translated public testimony simultaneously. (Government Code 54954.3)

Assistance With Meeting
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and AB-3035, if you require special assistance to participate in this meeting, please contact the Superintendent at (805) 681-1200 x2201 at least 24 hours prior to the start of the meeting to enable the District to make reasonable arrangements.

NORMAS, REGLAMENTOS Y CONDUCTA EN LAS REUNIONES DEL CONSEJO:

Lugar de la reunión de la Junta Directiva
Nuestras reuniones de la Junta se ofrecen tanto en persona como a través de Zoom Audio. El calendario de reuniones de la Junta, incluidos los órdenes del día actuales y pasados, los materiales de la reunión, las actas y el enlace Zoom a todas las reuniones se pueden encontrar en nuestro sitio web en gusd.us/Board/Meeting Schedules with Agendas and Minutes. Si necesita asistencia técnica, póngase en contacto con Jeremiah Johnson, Director de Tecnología de la Información, en jejohnson@gusd.us.

Inspección Pública de Documentos
De conformidad con el Código Administrativo 54957.5, los documentos relacionados con la agenda que se distribuyeron en la Mesa Directiva a menos de 72 horas antes de la reunión de la Mesa Directiva están disponibles para su inspección como un archivo adjunto en el tema de la agenda de la Mesa Directiva o en persona en las Oficinas del Distrito Escolar de la Unión de Goleta ubicadas en 401 North Fairview Avenue, Goleta, California.

Comentarios Públicos
En general, los oradores individuales tendrán tres (3) minutos para dirigirse a la Mesa Directiva sobre cada tema de la agenda o fuera de la agenda, y la Mesa Directiva limitará el tiempo total para la opinión del público sobre cada tema a 20 minutos. Sin embargo, en circunstancias excepcionales, cuando sea necesario para garantizar la plena oportunidad de comentarios del público, el presidente de la Mesa Directiva puede, con el consentimiento de la Mesa Directiva, ajustar la cantidad de tiempo permitido para comentarios del público y/o el tiempo asignado para cada orador. Cualquier ajuste de este tipo se hará equitativamente para permitir una diversidad de puntos de vista. El Presidente también puede pedir a los miembros del público que tengan el mismo punto de vista que seleccionen a algunas personas para que se dirijan a la Mesa Directiva en nombre de ese punto de vista.

La Mesa Directiva generalmente tiene prohibido discutir temas que no están en la agenda. En circunstancias limitadas, la Mesa Directiva puede discutir y actuar sobre temas que no están en la agenda si involucran una emergencia que afecta la seguridad de las personas o la propiedad, o un paro laboral, o si la necesidad de actuar llega a la atención del distrito demasiado tarde para incluirse en la agenda publicada. La Mesa Directiva no prohibirá la crítica pública de políticas, procedimientos, programas o servicios del distrito escolar, o los actos u omisiones de la Mesa Directiva. Se recuerda a las personas que comparecen ante el Gabinete, con carácter informativo, que los miembros del Gabinete no tienen facultades para actuar con independencia, como personas físicas, en los asuntos oficiales. La Mesa Directiva no otorga privilegios a ningún orador para hacer declaraciones que puedan ser consideradas difamatorias o procesables por otras personas, incluidos los funcionarios y empleados del distrito. La Mesa Directiva de Administradores del Distrito Escolar de la Unión de Goleta ha adoptado la Política de la Mesa Directiva 1312.1, Procedimientos de Quejas, para abordar las quejas contra los empleados del distrito. Las quejas deben procesarse de acuerdo con los procedimientos descritos en esta política.

Tenga en cuenta que la Junta ofrece al público la posibilidad de hacer comentarios durante la reunión a través de Zoom, además de la oportunidad de hacer comentarios en persona en el lugar de la reunión. Si la Junta experimenta dificultades técnicas con Zoom o el uso de Zoom provoca la interrupción de la reunión, la Junta puede decidir limitar o no permitir más comentarios a través de Zoom durante el resto de la reunión.

Además, si persisten las dificultades técnicas, este aviso informa a los miembros del público de que la reunión de la Junta continuará sin retransmisión.

Procedimiento de Comentario Público
Si desea hacer un comentario en persona , por favor entregue la tarjeta de comentario público al Secretario de la Junta antes de las 6:30 pm.
Si desea hacer un comentario de forma virtual, visite nuestro sitio web en gusd.us/Board/Meeting Schedules with Agendas and Minutes para ver los procedimientos de comentario público.

Asuntos a tratar
Todos los asuntos enumerados bajo Consentimiento son aquellos sobre los que la Junta ha deliberado previamente o que pueden clasificarse como asuntos de rutina. En los suplementos de la agenda se incluye una recomendación administrativa sobre cada tema. No habrá discusión separada de estos elementos antes de que la Mesa Directiva de Educación vote sobre la moción a menos que los miembros de la Mesa Directiva o el personal soliciten temas específicos para ser discutidos o retirados de los elementos de consentimiento.

Sesión cerrada
La Mesa puede reunirse en una sesión cerrada para considerar asuntos calificados de litigación, negociaciones de empleados, disciplina estudiantil, quejas de empleados, calificaciones del personal o negociaciones de inmuebles.

Teléfonos celulares
Como una cortesía hacia los asistentes de la reunión, por favor ponga su celular y radiolocalizador en silencio y entable conversaciones fuera de la sala de juntas.

Interpretación
Sí asistirá a la reunión en persona y necesita interpretación al español, llegue puntualmente a las 6:15 p. m. para ajustar la interpretación.

Para activar la traducción en cualquier idioma, inicie sesión en la reunión. Una vez iniciada la reunión, haga clic en el botón "Más" (en inglés More...) de la barra de control de Zoom. Haga clic en el botón "Subtítulos" (en inglés Captions) y Elija el idioma que prefiera.

Para garantizar que las personas que no hablan inglés reciban la misma oportunidad de dirigirse directamente a la Mesa Directiva, a cualquier miembro del público que utilice un intérprete se le proporcionará al menos el doble del tiempo asignado para dirigirse a la Mesa Directiva, a menos que se utilice equipo de interpretación simultánea para permitir a la Mesa Directiva escuchar el testimonio público interpretado simultáneamente. (Código de Gobierno 54954.3)

Comportamiento Disruptivo
El Presidente de la Mesa Directiva no permitirá ningún disturbio o interrupción deliberada de las reuniones de la Mesa Directiva. La interrupción persistente por parte de un individuo o grupo o cualquier conducta o declaración que amenace la seguridad de cualquier persona en la reunión será motivo para que el Presidente suspenda el privilegio de dirigirse a la Mesa Directiva. La Mesa Directiva puede remover a las personas perturbadoras y ordenar que se despeje la sala si es necesario. En este caso, se permitirá que permanezcan los miembros de los medios de comunicación que no participen en el disturbio, y se permitirá que permanezcan las personas que no participen en dichos disturbios, a discreción de la Mesa Directiva. Cuando se ordene desalojar la sala debido a un disturbio, los procedimientos posteriores de la Mesa Directiva se referirán únicamente a los asuntos que figuren en la agenda. (Código Administrativo 54957.9) Cuando ocurra tal conducta perturbadora, La Superintendente o su designado se comunicará con la policía local según sea necesario.

Ayuda en la reunión
En cumplimiento a lo dispuesto en la Ley para Estadounidenses con Discapacidades y AB-3035, si necesita ayuda especial para participar en la reunión, por favor póngase en contacto con el Superintendente al (805) 681-1200 x2201 por lo menos 24 horas antes del comienzo de la reunión para permitir que el Distrito haga arreglos razonables.

1. Regular Session
a. Call to Order
b. Public Comments On Closed Session Items Only
c. Adjourn To Closed Session
2. Closed Session (5:00 - 6:30 pm) - With the Board, Superintendent and Cabinet Members
a. Public Employee Discipline/Dismissal/Release/Complaint (Government Code §54957 subd. (b)(1))
b. Negotiations with United Teaching Profession of Goleta/CTA/NEA, CSEA Goleta Valley Chapter 311 and GUSD Cabinet Members: Dr. Mary Kahn, John Schettler, Dr. Letitia Bradley, David Simmons and Dr. Jordan Goines (Government Code §54957.6)
c. Individual Student Disciplinary Matter(s)/Student Need(s)
d. Public Employee Performance Evaluation (Government Code §54957 subd. (b)(1)) Title: Superintendent
3. Reconvene to Regular Session (6:30 Start Time)
a. Call To Order
b. Roll Call
c. Approval of Agenda
d. Pledge of Allegiance Led by Board President
e. Report From Closed Session
f. Board Member Reports
g. Public Comment on Non-Agenda Matters Only (All Public Comments on Agendized Items Will Be Heard At The Time of The Agendized Item)
4. Consent Items
a. Routine Personnel Action Report
b. Minutes for Regular Board Meeting, August 19, 2026
c. Payment of Claims
5. Recognition
a. Approval of Resolution 2026-18: National Hispanic Heritage Month - Dr. Mary Kahn, Superintendent (5 min)
6. Public Hearing
a. Conduct Public Hearing: Certification of Sufficiency of Instructional Materials - Dr. Letitia Bradley, Assistant Superintendent, Educational Services (5 min)
7. Information Items
a. Heat Mitigation in GUSD - John Schettler, Assistant Superintendent, Pupil Services (25 min)
b. Student Data Report - Dr. Letitia Bradley, Assistant Superintendent, Educational Services (25 min)
8. Action
a. Acceptance of Gifts and Donations to the District
b. Approval of the 2025-2026 Unaudited Actual Financial Statements - Dr. Jordan Goines, Assistant Superintendent, Fiscal Services (30 min)
c. Adoption of Resolution 2026-19: Certification of Sufficiency of Instructional Materials - Dr. Letitia Bradley, Assistant Superintendent, Educational Services (5 min)
d. Adoption of Resolution 2026-20: State Board of Education Waiver of Competitive Bidding Procedures Relating to The Sale of APN 073-090-026 (Phelps Property) - Dr. Jordan Goines, Assistant Superintendent, Fiscal Services (5 min)
e. Adoption of Resolution 2026-21: The 2025-2026 and 2026-2027 Gann Limit - Dr. Jordan Goines, Assistant Superintendent, Fiscal Services (5 min)
f. Approval of Memorandum of Understanding with Children's Creative Project - Dr. Letitia Bradley, Assistant Superintendent, Educational Services (5 min)
g. Approval of Memorandum of Understanding with LEAP (Learn, Engage, Advocate, Partner) - Dr. Letitia Bradley, Assistant Superintendent, Educational Services (5 min)
h. Approval of Agreement with Gateway Educational Services - Dr. Letitia Bradley, Assistant Superintendent, Educational Services (5 mins)
i. Approval of Memorandum Of Understanding with Explore Ecology to Provide Garden Education Programs at All GUSD Schools for 2026-27- Dr. Jordan Goines, Assistant Superintendent, Fiscal Services (5 min)
j. Approval of Amendment Two to Memorandum of Understanding with The Children And Youth Behavioral Health Initiative (CYBHI) School-Linked Partnership And Capacity Grant - Dr. Jordan Goines, Assistant Superintendent, Fiscal Services (5 min)
k. Approval of Memorandum of Understanding with the Santa Barbara County Education Office (SBCEO) Teacher Induction Program (TIP) - David Simmons, Assistant Superintendent, Human Resources (5 min)
l. Approval of Field Placement Affiliation Agreement with Grand Canyon University - David Simmons, Assistant Superintendent, Human Resources (5 min)
m. Approval of Memorandum of Understanding for ABA Services in the Expanded Learning Program - John Schettler, Assistant Superintendent, Pupil Services (5 Min)
n. Approval of Kitchell Construction Management Services Amendment 4 - Dr. Jordan Goines, Assistant Superintendent, Fiscal Services (5 min)
o. Approval of Notices of Completion of Measure M Projects - Dr. Jordan Goines, Assistant Superintendent, Fiscal Services (5 min)
p. Approval of Contract for Two Relocatable Classrooms at Mountain View School - Dr. Jordan Goines, Assistant Superintendent, Fiscal Services (5 min)
q. Approval of Revised Management Salary Schedule - David Simmons, Assistant Superintendent, Human Resources (5 min)
9. Information Items
a. Diversity, Equity and Inclusion - Dr. Letitia Bradley, Assistant Superintendent, Educational Services (10 min)
b. Behavior, Health and Safety Update - John Schettler, Assistant Superintendent, Pupil Services (5 min)
c. First Reading of Updated Board Policy and Exhibit 4112.9/4212.9/4312.9, Employee Notifications - David Simmons, Assistant Superintendent, Human Resources (5 min)
d. First Reading of Updated Board Policy 4151/4251/4351, Employee Compensation - David Simmons, Assistant Superintendent, Human Resources (5 min)
e. First Reading of Updated Administrative Regulation 5125.2, Withholding Grades, Diploma Or Transcripts - John Schettler, Assistant Superintendent, Pupil Services (5 min)
f. First Reading of Updated Board Policy and Administrative Regulation 5113.2, Work Permits - John Schettler, Assistant Superintendent, Pupil Services (5 min)
g. First Reading of Updated Board Policy 2110, Superintendent Responsibilities and Duties - Dr. Mary Kahn, Superintendent (5 min)
h. First Reading of Updated Board Bylaw 9224, Oath or Affirmation - Dr. Mary Kahn, Superintendent (5 min)
10. Superintendents' Reports
a. Items for Future Agendas
b. Summary Financial Status Report for Period Ending August 28, 2026
11. Adjournment of Meeting

Board Meeting - 8/19/2026 - Regular Board Meeting, August 19, 2026

8/14/2026

Interpretación
Sí asistirá a la reunión en persona y necesita interpretación al español, llegue puntualmente a las 6:15 p. m. para ajustar la interpretación.

Board Meeting - 6/17/2026 - Regular Board Meeting, June 17, 2026

6/12/2026

Interpretación
Sí asistirá a la reunión en persona y necesita interpretación al español, llegue puntualmente a las 6:15 p. m. para ajustar la interpretación.

Board Meeting - 5/27/2026 - Regular Board Meeting, May 27, 2026

5/22/2026

Interpretación
Sí asistirá a la reunión en persona y necesita interpretación al español, llegue puntualmente a las 6:15 p. m. para ajustar la interpretación.

1. Regular Session
a. Call to Order
b. Public Comments On Closed Session Items Only
c. Adjourn To Closed Session
2. Closed Session (5:00 - 6:30 pm) - With the Board, Superintendent and Cabinet Members
a. Public Employee Discipline/Dismissal/Release/Complaint (Government Code §54957 subd. (b)(1))
b. Negotiations with United Teaching Profession of Goleta/CTA/NEA, CSEA Goleta Valley Chapter 311 and GUSD Cabinet Members: Dr. Mary Kahn, John Schettler, Dr. Letitia Bradley, David Simmons and Dr. Jordan Goines (Government Code §54957.6)
c. Individual Student Disciplinary Matter(s)/Student Need(s)
d. Public Employee Performance Evaluation (Government Code §54957 subd. (b)(1)) Title: Superintendent
3. Reconvene to Regular Session (6:30 Start Time)
a. Call To Order
b. Roll Call
c. Approval of Agenda
d. Pledge of Allegiance
e. Report From Closed Session
f. Board Member Reports
g. Public Comment on Non-Agenda Matters Only (All Public Comments on Agendized Items Will Be Heard At The Time of The Agendized Item)
4. Recognition
a. Recognition of Goleta Union School District Classified and Certificated Employees of the Year - David Simmons, Assistant Superintendent, Human Resources (35 min)
b. Recognition of Goleta Union School District (GUSD) Retirees for the 2025-2026 School Year - David Simmons, Assistant Superintendent, Human Resources (10 min)
5. Consent Items
a. Routine Personnel Action Report
b. Minutes for Regular Board Meeting, May 6, 2026
c. Payment of Claims
d. Approval of Board Policy 5030, Student Wellness - John Schettler, Assistant Superintendent, Pupil Services
6. Public Hearing
a. Conduct Public Hearing of the Proposed Local Control Accountability Plan (LCAP) - Dr. Letitia Bradley, Assistant Superintendent, Educational Services (5 min)
b. Conduct Public Hearing of the Proposed 2026-2027 Adopted Budget - Dr. Jordan Goines, Assistant Superintendent, Fiscal Services (5 min)
c. Conduct Public Hearing – AB 1200 Disclosure of Tentative Agreement Between Goleta Union School District and United Teaching Profession of Goleta (UTPG) - Dr. Jordan Goines (5 min)
d. Conduct Public Hearing - Ratification of Negotiated Agreement between GUSD and UTPG for the 2025-2026 School Year - David Simmons, Assistant Superintendent, Human Resources (5 min)
7. Action
a. Acceptance of Gifts and Donations to the District
b. Adoption of Resolution 2026-12 Proclaiming June as LGBTQ+ Pride Month - Dr. Mary Kahn, Superintendent (15 min)
c. Approval of Technology Plan - Dr. Letitia Bradley, Assistant Superintendent, Educational Services (20 min)
d. Approval of School Plans for Student Achievement (SPSA) 2026-2027 - Dr. Letitia Bradley, Assistant Superintendent, Educational Services (10 min)
e. Approval of AB 1200 Disclosure of Proposed Collective Bargaining Agreement with United Teaching Profession of Goleta (UTPG)/CTA/NEA for Fiscal Year 2025-2026 - Dr. Jordan Goines, Assistant Superintendent, Fiscal Services (5 min)
f. Approval of a Tentative Agreement Resulting from Bargaining Re-Openers between Goleta Union School District (GUSD) and United Teaching Profession of Goleta/CTA/NEA (UTPG), for July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2026 - David Simmons, Assistant Superintendent, Human Resources (5 min)
g. Approval of the Santa Barbara County SELPA (SBCSELPA) Joint Powers Agency (JPA) Agreement - John Schettler, Assistant Superintendent, Pupil Services ( 5 min)
h. Approval of Santa Barbara County SELPA (SBCSELPA) Local Plan Revision - John Schettler, Assistant Superintendent, Pupil Services (5 min)
8. Information Items
a. Local Control Accountability Plan (LCAP) and Dashboard Local Indicators Review - Dr. Letitia Bradley, Assistant Superintendent, Educational Services (30 min)
b. Review of the proposed 2026-2027 Adopted Budget - Dr. Jordan Goines Assistant Superintendent, Fiscal Services (30 min)
c. Diversity, Equity and Inclusion - Dr. Letitia Bradley, Assistant Superintendent, Educational Services (10 min)
d. State Preschool Program Self-Evaluation - Dr. Letitia Bradley, Assistant Superintendent, Educational Services (5 min)
e. Facilities/Maintenance, Operations and Transportation Update - Dr. Jordan Goines, Assistant Superintendent, Fiscal Services (5 min)
9. Superintendents' Reports
a. Items for Future Agendas
b. Summary Financial Status Report for Period Ending May 13, 2026
c. Enrollment as of the 9th School Month
10. Adjournment of Meeting

Board Meeting - 5/6/2026 - Regular Board Meeting, May 6, 2026

5/1/2026

Interpretación
Sí asistirá a la reunión en persona y necesita interpretación al español, llegue puntualmente a las 6:15 p. m. para ajustar la interpretación.

Board Meeting - 4/27/2026 - Special Board Meeting In Person Only, April 27, 2026

4/26/2026

BOARD MEETING RULES, REGULATIONS AND CONDUCT:

Board Meeting Location
This board meeting will be held in-person at the Jack Kramer Administration Center located at 401 N. Fairview Avenue, Goleta . The Board's meeting schedule, including current and past agendas, meeting materials and minutes to all meetings can be found on our website at gusd.us/Board/Meeting Schedules with Agendas and Minutes.

Public Inspection of Documents
In compliance with Government Code 54957.5, agenda-related documents that were distributed to the Board are available for inspection as an attachment on the board agenda item or in person at the Goleta Union School District Offices located at 401 North Fairview Avenue, Goleta.

Public Comment
The Brown Act requires that agendas for special meetings provide an opportunity for members of the public to address the Board of Trustees concerning items listed on the agenda only (Section 54954.3). The Board of Trustees is NOT required to have general public comment to address items that are not on the agenda. In general, individual speakers will be allowed three (3) minutes to address the Board on items listed on the agenda only, and the Board will limit the total time for public input on each item to 20 minutes. However, in exceptional circumstances, when necessary to ensure full opportunity for public input, the Board President may, with Board consent, adjust the amount of time allowed for public input and/or the time allotted for each speaker. Any such adjustment shall be done equitably so as to allow a diversity of viewpoints. The President may also ask members of the public with the same viewpoint to select a few individuals to address the Board on behalf of that viewpoint.

The Board is generally prohibited from discussing items not on the agenda. The Board shall not prohibit public criticism of policies, procedures, programs or services of the school district, or the acts or omissions of the Board. Persons appearing before the Board are reminded, as a point of information, that members of the Board are without authority to act independently, as individuals, in official matters. No speaker is granted the privilege by the Board to make statements which may be considered defamatory or otherwise actionable by other persons, including district officers and employees. The Goleta Union School District Board of Trustees has adopted Board Policy 1312.1, Complaint Procedures, for addressing complaints against district employees. Complaints must be processed in accordance with the procedures outlined in this policy.

Public Comment Procedure
Public comments for this meeting are in person only. If you wish to make a comment, please submit the public comment request card to the Board Secretary by 5:30 pm.

Disruptive Behavior
The Board President shall not permit any disturbance or willful interruption of Board meetings. Persistent disruption by an individual or group or any conduct or statements that threaten the safety of any person(s) at the meeting shall be grounds for the President to terminate the privilege of addressing the Board.  The Board may remove disruptive individuals and order the room cleared if necessary. In this case, members of the media not participating in the disturbance shall be allowed to remain, and individuals not participating in such disturbances may be allowed to remain at the discretion of the Board. When the room is ordered cleared due to a disturbance, further Board proceedings shall concern only matters appearing on the agenda. (Government Code 54957.9) When such disruptive conduct occurs, the Superintendent or designee shall contact local law enforcement as necessary.

Consent Items
All matters listed under Consent are those on which the Board has previously deliberated or which can be classified as routine items of business. An administrative recommendation on each item is contained in the agenda supplements. There will be no separate discussion of these items prior to the time the Board of Education votes on the motion unless members of the Board or staff request specific items to be discussed or pulled from the consent items.

Cell Phones
As a courtesy to all meeting attendees, please set cellular phones and pagers to silent mode and engage in conversations outside the meeting room.

Interpretation
If you will attend the in-person meeting and require Spanish translation, please notify Christy Rockwood via email (crockwood@gusd.us) at least 6 hours prior to the meeting.  In order to ensure that non-English speakers receive the same opportunity to directly address the Board, any member of the public who utilizes a translator shall be provided at least twice the allotted time to address the Board, unless simultaneous translation equipment is used to allow the Board to hear the translated public testimony simultaneously. (Government Code 54954.3)

Assistance With Meeting
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and AB-3035, if you require special assistance to participate in this meeting, please contact the Superintendent at (805) 681-1200 x2201 at least 12 hours prior to the start of the meeting to enable the District to make reasonable arrangements.

NORMAS, REGLAMENTOS Y CONDUCTA EN LAS REUNIONES DEL CONSEJO:

Lugar de la reunión
Esta reunión de la Junta se llevará a cabo en persona en el Centro de Administración Jack Kramer ubicado en 401 N. Fairview Avenue, Goleta. El calendario de reuniones de la Junta, incluidos los órdenes del día actuales y anteriores, los materiales de la reunión y las actas de todas las reuniones se pueden encontrar en nuestro sitio web en gusd.us/Board/Meeting Schedules with Agendas and Minutes.

Inspección pública de documentos
En cumplimiento con el Código Gubernamental 54957.5, los documentos relacionados con la agenda que se distribuyeron a la Junta están disponibles para su inspección como un anexo en el punto de la agenda de la Junta o en persona en las Oficinas del Distrito Escolar Unido de Goleta ubicadas en 401 North Fairview Avenue, Goleta.

Comentarios del público
La Ley Brown exige que los órdenes del día de las reuniones extraordinarias ofrezcan a los miembros del público la oportunidad de dirigirse a la Junta de Fiduciarios únicamente en relación con los puntos incluidos en el orden del día (Sección 54954.3). La Junta de Fiduciarios NO está obligada a recibir comentarios del público en general para tratar temas que no figuren en el orden del día. En general, se concederán tres (3) minutos a cada orador para dirigirse a la Junta en relación con cada punto del orden del día, y la Junta limitará a 20 minutos el tiempo total de intervención del público en relación con cada punto. Sin embargo, en circunstancias excepcionales, cuando sea necesario para garantizar la plena oportunidad de las aportaciones del público, el Presidente de la Junta podrá, con el consentimiento de la Junta, ajustar la cantidad de tiempo permitido para las aportaciones del público y/o el tiempo asignado a cada orador. Cualquier ajuste de este tipo se hará de forma equitativa para permitir la diversidad de puntos de vista. El Presidente también puede pedir a los miembros del público con el mismo punto de vista que seleccionen a algunas personas para dirigirse a la Junta en nombre de ese punto de vista.

En general, se prohíbe al Consejo debatir asuntos que no figuren en el orden del día. La Junta no prohibirá la crítica pública de las políticas, procedimientos, programas o servicios del distrito escolar, o de los actos u omisiones de la Junta. Se recuerda a las personas que comparezcan ante la Junta, a título informativo, que los miembros de la Junta carecen de autoridad para actuar de forma independiente, como individuos, en asuntos oficiales. La Junta no concede a ningún orador el privilegio de hacer declaraciones que puedan ser consideradas difamatorias o procesables por otras personas, incluidos los funcionarios y empleados del distrito. La Junta Directiva del Distrito Escolar Unido de Goleta ha adoptado la Política de la Junta 1312.1, Procedimientos de Quejas, para tratar las quejas contra los empleados del distrito. Las quejas deben ser procesadas de acuerdo con los procedimientos descritos en esta política.

Procedimiento de comentario público
Si desea hacer un comentario, presente la tarjeta de solicitud de comentarios públicos al Secretario de la Junta antes de las 17.30 horas.

Asuntos a tratar
Todos los asuntos enumerados bajo Consentimiento son aquellos sobre los que la Junta ha deliberado previamente o que pueden clasificarse como asuntos de rutina. En los suplementos de la agenda se incluye una recomendación administrativa sobre cada tema. No habrá discusión separada de estos elementos antes de que la Mesa Directiva de Educación vote sobre la moción a menos que los miembros de la Mesa Directiva o el personal soliciten temas específicos para ser discutidos o retirados de los elementos de consentimiento.

Teléfonos celulares
Como una cortesía hacia los asistentes de la reunión, por favor ponga su celular y radiolocalizador en silencio y entable conversaciones fuera de la sala de juntas.

Interpretación
Si va a asistir a la reunión en persona y necesita traducción al español, notifíquelo a Christy Rockwood por correo electrónico (crockwood@gusd.us) al menos 6 horas antes de la reunión. Para garantizar que las personas que no hablan inglés reciban la misma oportunidad de dirigirse directamente a la Mesa Directiva, a cualquier miembro del público que utilice un intérprete se le proporcionará al menos el doble del tiempo asignado para dirigirse a la Mesa Directiva, a menos que se utilice equipo de interpretación simultánea para permitir a la Mesa Directiva escuchar el testimonio público interpretado simultáneamente. (Código de Gobierno 54954.3)

Comportamiento Disruptivo
El Presidente de la Mesa Directiva no permitirá ningún disturbio o interrupción deliberada de las reuniones de la Mesa Directiva. La interrupción persistente por parte de un individuo o grupo o cualquier conducta o declaración que amenace la seguridad de cualquier persona en la reunión será motivo para que el Presidente suspenda el privilegio de dirigirse a la Mesa Directiva. La Mesa Directiva puede remover a las personas perturbadoras y ordenar que se despeje la sala si es necesario. En este caso, se permitirá que permanezcan los miembros de los medios de comunicación que no participen en el disturbio, y se permitirá que permanezcan las personas que no participen en dichos disturbios, a discreción de la Mesa Directiva. Cuando se ordene desalojar la sala debido a un disturbio, los procedimientos posteriores de la Mesa Directiva se referirán únicamente a los asuntos que figuren en la agenda. (Código Administrativo 54957.9) Cuando ocurra tal conducta perturbadora, La Superintendente o su designado se comunicará con la policía local según sea necesario.

Ayuda en la reunión
En cumplimiento a lo dispuesto en la Ley para Estadounidenses con Discapacidades y AB-3035, si necesita ayuda especial para participar en la reunión, por favor póngase en contacto con el Superintendente al (805) 681-1200 x2201 por lo menos 12 horas antes del comienzo de la reunión para permitir que el Distrito haga arreglos razonables.

1. Organizational Business
a. Call To Order
b. Roll Call
c. Pledge of Allegiance Led by Board President
d. Approval of Agenda
e. Public Comment on Agendized Matters Only
2. Annual Governance Workshop: Roles, Responsibilities, and Effective Board Practice
3. Adjournment of Meeting

Board Meeting - 4/15/2026 - Regular Board Meeting, April 15, 2026

4/10/2026

Interpretación
Sí asistirá a la reunión en persona y necesita interpretación al español, llegue puntualmente a las 6:15 p. m. para ajustar la interpretación.

Board Meeting - 3/25/2026 - Regular Board Meeting, March 25, 2026

3/20/2026

Interpretación
Sí asistirá a la reunión en persona y necesita interpretación al español, llegue puntualmente a las 6:15 p. m. para ajustar la interpretación.

1. Regular Session
a. Call to Order
b. Public Comments On Closed Session Items Only
c. Adjourn To Closed Session
2. Closed Session (5:00 - 6:30 pm) - With the Board, Superintendent and Cabinet Members
a. Negotiations with United Teaching Profession of Goleta/CTA/NEA, CSEA Goleta Valley Chapter 311 and GUSD Cabinet Members: Dr. Mary Kahn, John Schettler, Dr. Letitia Bradley, David Simmons and Dr. Jordan Goines (Government Code §54957.6)
b. Public Employee Discipline/Dismissal/Release/Complaint (Government Code §54957 subd. (b)(1))
c. Individual Student Disciplinary Matter(s)/Student Need(s)
d. Public Employee Performance Evaluation (Government Code §54957 subd. (b)(1)) Title: Superintendent
3. Reconvene to Regular Session (6:30 Start Time)
a. Call To Order
b. Roll Call
c. Approval of Agenda
d. Pledge of Allegiance
e. Report From Closed Session
f. Board Member Reports
g. Public Comment on Non-Agenda Matters Only (All Public Comments on Agendized Items Will Be Heard At The Time of The Agendized Item)
4. Consent Items
a. Routine Personnel Action Report
b. Minutes for Regular Board Meeting, March 4, 2026
c. Payment of Claims
5. Recognition
a. Adoption of Resolution 2026-04: Recognition of National Arab American Heritage Month - Dr. Mary Kahn, Superintendent (5 min)
6. Action
a. Acceptance of Gifts and Donations to the District
b. Transportation Plan Update - Dr. Jordan Goines, Assistant Superintendent, Fiscal Services (30 min)
c. Audit Engagement Letter - Dr. Jordan Goines - Assistant Superintendent, Fiscal Services (5 min)
d. Approval of Declaration of Need For Fully Qualified Educators - David Simmons, Assistant Superintendent, Human Resources (5 min)
7. Information Items
a. Special Education Update - John Schettler, Assistant Superintendent, Pupil Services (40 min)
b. Local Control Accountability Plan (LCAP) Board Input - Dr. Letitia Bradley, Assistant Superintendent, Educational Services (20 min)
8. Superintendents' Reports
a. Items for Future Agendas
b. Summary Financial Status Report for Period Ending 3.16.2026
c. Enrollment as of the 7th School Month
9. Adjournment of Meeting

Board Meeting - 3/4/2026 - Regular Board Meeting, March 4, 2026

2/27/2026

Interpretación
Sí asistirá a la reunión en persona y necesita interpretación al español, llegue puntualmente a las 6:15 p. m. para ajustar la interpretación.

1. Regular Session
a. Call to Order
b. Public Comments On Closed Session Items Only
c. Adjourn To Closed Session
2. Closed Session (5:00 - 6:30 pm) - With the Board, Superintendent and Cabinet Members
a. Negotiations with United Teaching Profession of Goleta/CTA/NEA, CSEA Goleta Valley Chapter 311 and GUSD Cabinet Members: Dr. Mary Kahn, John Schettler, Dr. Letitia Bradley, David Simmons and Dr. Jordan Goines (Government Code §54957.6)
b. Public Employee Discipline/Dismissal/Release/Complaint (Government Code §54957 subd. (b)(1))
c. Individual Student Disciplinary Matter(s)/Student Need(s)
d. Public Employee Performance Evaluation (Government Code §54957 subd. (b)(1)) Title: Superintendent
3. Consent Items
a. Minutes for Regular Board Meeting, February 18, 2026
b. Routine Personnel Action Report
c. Payment of Claims
4. Reconvene to Regular Session (6:30 Start Time)
a. Call To Order
b. Roll Call
c. Approval of Agenda
d. Pledge of Allegiance Led by El Camino School Students
e. Report From Closed Session
f. Board Member Reports
g. Public Comment on Non-Agenda Matters Only (All Public Comments on Agendized Items Will Be Heard At The Time of The Agendized Item)
5. Recognition
a. Recognition of Foothill Elementary School as a National Professional Learning Community Promising Practices School - Dr. Mary Kahn, Superintendent (5 min)
6. Action
a. Acceptance of Gifts and Donations to the District
b. Approval of the 2025-2026 Second Interim Financial Report - Dr. Jordan Goines, Assistant Superintendent, Fiscal Services (30 min)
c. Approval of Values-Aligned Joint Purchasing Agreement - Dr. Jordan Goines, Assistant Superintendent, Fiscal Services (5 min)
d. Audit Revisions - Dr. Jordan Goines, Assistant Superintendent, Fiscal Services (5 min)
e. Approval of New Job Description: Coordinator of Educational Services - David Simmons, Assistant Superintendent, Human Resources (5 min)
f. Approval of District Comprehensive Safety Plans - John Schettler, Assistant Superintendent, Pupil Services (5 min)
7. Information Items
a. Update on Reading Difficulties Risk Screener (RDRS) - Dr. Letitia Bradley, Assistant Superintendent, Educational Services (20 min)
b. Diversity, Equity and Inclusion - Dr. Letitia Bradley, Assistant Superintendent, Educational Services (5 min)
c. Audit Engagement Letter - Dr. Jordan Goines - Assistant Superintendent, Fiscal Services (5 min)
d. Budget Update - Dr. Jordan Goines, Assistant Superintendent, Fiscal Services (10 Min)
e. Facilities/Maintenance, Operations and Transportation Update - Dr. Jordan Goines, Assistant Superintendent, Fiscal Services (20 min)
f. Behavior, Health and Safety Update - John Schettler, Assistant Superintendent, Pupil Services (5 min)
8. Superintendents' Reports
a. Items for Future Agendas
b. Summary Financial Status Report for Period Ending February 19, 2026
9. Adjournment of Meeting

Board Meeting - 2/18/2026 - Regular Board Meeting, February 18, 2026

2/12/2026

Interpretación
Sí asistirá a la reunión en persona y necesita interpretación al español, llegue puntualmente a las 6:15 p. m. para ajustar la interpretación.

Board Meeting - 1/21/2026 - Regular Board Meeting, January 21, 2026

1/16/2026

Interpretación
Sí asistirá a la reunión en persona y necesita interpretación al español, llegue puntualmente a las 6:15 p. m. para ajustar la interpretación.

Board Meeting - 12/10/2025 - Regular/Organizational Board Meeting, Wednesday, December 10, 2025

12/5/2025

Interpretación
Sí asistirá a la reunión en persona y necesita interpretación al español, llegue puntualmente a las 6:15 p. m. para ajustar la interpretación.

1. Regular Session
a. Call to Order
b. Public Comments On Closed Session Items Only
c. Adjourn To Closed Session
2. Closed Session (5:00 - 6:30 pm) - With the Board, Superintendent and Cabinet Members
a. Public Employee Discipline/Dismissal/Release/Complaint (Government Code §54957 subd. (b)(1))
b. Negotiations with United Teaching Profession of Goleta/CTA/NEA, CSEA Goleta Valley Chapter 311 and GUSD Cabinet Members: Dr. Mary Kahn, John Schettler, Dr. Letitia Bradley, David Simmons, and Dr. Jordan Goines (Government Code §54957.6)
c. Individual Student Disciplinary Matter(s)/Student Need(s)
d. Public Employee Performance Evaluation (Government Code §54957 subd. (b)(1)) Title: Superintendent
3. Reconvene to Regular Session (6:30 Start Time)
a. Call To Order
b. Roll Call
c. Approval of Agenda
d. Pledge of Allegiance Led by Ellwood School Students
e. Report From Closed Session
f. Board Member Reports
g. Public Comment on Non-Agenda Matters Only (All Public Comments on Agendized Items Will Be Heard At The Time of The Agendized Item)
4. Annual Organizational Meeting Of the Board Of Trustees (Education Code §35143) - Dr. Mary Kahn, Superintendent (20 min)
a. Election of Board President
b. Election of Vice President
c. Election of Clerk of The Board
d. Appointment of Board Secretary
e. Appointment of Board Member Representative and Alternate to the County Committee on School District Organization (Education Code §35023)
f. Set Regular Board Meeting Dates for 2026 - Dr. Mary Kahn, Superintendent
g. Governance Handbook - Dr. Mary Kahn, Superintendent
h. Board Member Assignments to Superintendent Committees for 2026 - Dr. Mary Kahn, Superintendent
5. Consent Items
a. Routine Personnel Action Report
b. Minutes for Regular Board Meeting, November 19, 2025
c. Payment of Claims
6. Recognition
a. Recognition of La Patera School as Professional Learning Community National Model School - Dr. Mary Kahn, Superintendent (5 min)
b. Recognition of Mountain View Elementary School as a National Professional Learning Community Promising Practices School - Dr. Mary Kahn, Superintendent (5 min)
7. Action
a. Acceptance of Gifts and Donations to the District
b. Adoption of Resolution 2025-23: Delegation of Governing Board Powers and Duties and Authorized Signature List - Dr. Jordan Goines, Assistant Superintendent, Fiscal Services (5 min)
c. Approval of the 2025-2026 First Interim Financial Report - Dr. Jordan Goines, Assistant Superintendent, Fiscal Services (45 min)
d. Acceptance of Initial Proposal for Bargaining a Successor Agreement between Goleta Union School District (GUSD) and California School Employees Association (CSEA) Goleta Valley Chapter #311, for the term of the next contract - David Simmons, Assistant Superintendent, Human Resources (5 min)
e. Approval of GUSD Initial Proposal for Bargaining a Successor Agreement between Goleta Union School District (GUSD) and California School Employees Association (CSEA), Goleta Valley Chapter #311, for July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2025 - David Simmons, Assistant Superintendent, Human Resources (5 min)
f. Acceptance of District's Initial Proposal for Bargaining Reopeners between Goleta Union School District (GUSD) and United Teaching Profession of Goleta (UTPG)/CTA/NEA, for July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2025 - David Simmons, Assistant Superintendent, Human Resources (5 min)
g. Approval of GUSD Initial Proposal for Bargaining Reopeners between Goleta Union School District (GUSD) and United Teaching Profession of Goleta/CTA/NEA (UTPG), for July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2026 - David Simmons, Assistant Superintendent, Human Resources (5 min)
8. Information Items
a. Food Services Department Update - Dr. Jordan Goines, Assistant Superintendent, Fiscal Services (45 min)
b. Diversity, Equity and Inclusion - Dr. Letitia Bradley, Assistant Superintendent, Educational Services (15 min)
c. Mathematics Update - Dr. Letitia Bradley, Assistant Superintendent, Educational Services (35 min)
d. Facilities/Maintenance, Operations and Transportation Update - Dr. Jordan Goines, Assistant Superintendent, Fiscal Services (15 min)
e. Behavior, Health and Safety Update - John Schettler, Assistant Superintendent, Pupil Services (5 min)
f. First Reading of Updated Board Bylaw 9250 Remuneration, Reimbursement and Other Benefits - Dr. Mary Kahn, Superintendent (5 min)
g. First Reading of Revised Board Policy 6170.1, Transitional Kindergarten - Dr. Letitia Bradley, Assistant Superintendent, Educational Services (5 min)
9. Superintendents' Reports
a. Items for Future Agendas
b. Enrollment as of the 4th School Month Ending December 1, 2025
c. Summary Financial Status Report for Period Ending November 29, 2025
10. Adjournment of Meeting

Board Meeting - 11/19/2025 - Regular Board Meeting, November 19, 2025 | 401 N. Fairview Avenue, Goleta, CA 93117

11/14/2025

Interpretación
Sí asistirá a la reunión en persona y necesita interpretación al español, llegue puntualmente a las 6:15 p. m. para ajustar la interpretación.

Board Meeting - 10/29/2025 - Regular Board Meeting, October 29, 2025 | 401 N. Fairview Avenue, Goleta, CA 93117

10/24/2025

Interpretación
Sí asistirá a la reunión en persona y necesita interpretación al español, llegue puntualmente a las 6:15 p. m. para ajustar la interpretación.

1. Regular Session
a. Call to Order
b. Public Comments On Closed Session Items Only
c. Adjourn To Closed Session
2. Closed Session (5:00 - 6:30 pm) - With the Board, Superintendent and Cabinet Members
a. Negotiations with United Teaching Profession of Goleta/CTA/NEA, CSEA Goleta Valley Chapter 311 and GUSD Cabinet Members: Dr. Mary Kahn, Dr. Letitia Bradley, Dr. Jordan Goines, David Simmons, and John Schettler (Government Code §54957.6)
b. Public Employee Discipline/Dismissal/Release/Complaint (Government Code §54957 subd. (b)(1))
c. Individual Student Disciplinary Matter(s)/Student Need(s)
3. Reconvene to Regular Session (6:30 Start Time)
a. Call To Order
b. Roll Call
c. Approval of Agenda
d. Pledge of Allegiance
e. Report From Closed Session
f. Board Member Reports
g. Public Comment on Non-Agenda Matters Only (All Public Comments on Agendized Items Will Be Heard At The Time of The Agendized Item)
4. Consent Items
a. Routine Personnel Action Report
b. Minutes for Regular Board Meeting, October 8, 2025
c. Payment of Claims
d. Approval of Revised Board Policy 4157/4257/4357, Employee Safety
5. Recognition
a. Recognition and Approval of Resolution 2025-19: National School Psychology Week - John Schettler, Assistant Superintendent, Pupil Services (5 min)
b. Recognition and Approval of Resolution 2025-20: Native American Heritage Month - Dr. Mary Kahn, Superintendent (5 min)
6. Action
a. Acceptance of Gifts and Donations to the District
b. Adoption of Resolution 2025-21: CA State Preschool Program Continued Funding Application for 2026-2027, Dr. Letitia Bradley, Assistant Superintendent, Educational Services (5 min)
c. Approval of the Recommendation of the 7-11 Committee for the Phelps Road Undeveloped Parcel Number #073-090-026 - Dr. Jordan Goines, Assistant Superintendent, Fiscal Services (10 Min)
d. Approval of 2026-2027 School Calendar - David Simmons, Assistant Superintendent, Human Resources (10 min)
e. Approval of Proposition 28 Annual Report - Dr. Jordan Goines, Assistant Superintendent, Fiscal Services (10 min)
7. Information Items
a. Presentation of Summer Thrive and Expanded Learning Three-Year Plan - Dr. Letitia Bradley, Assistant Superintendent, Educational Services (20 min)
b. School Plans for Student Achievement (SPSA) 2025-2026 - Dr. Letitia Bradley, Assistant Superintendent, Educational Services (20 min)
c. Annual Staffing Report - David Simmons, Assistant Superintendent, Human Resources (20 min)
d. 3rd Quarter Report on Williams Uniform Complaints - John Schettler, Assistant Superintendent, Pupil Services (5 min)
8. Superintendents' Reports
a. Items for Future Agendas
b. Enrollment as of the 2nd School Month Ending October 20, 2025
c. Summary Financial Status Report for Period Ending October 14, 2025
9. Adjournment of Meeting

Board Meeting - 10/8/2025 - Regular Board Meeting, October 8, 2025 | 401 N. Fairview Avenue, Goleta, CA 93117

10/3/2025

Interpretación
Sí asistirá a la reunión en persona y necesita interpretación al español, llegue puntualmente a las 6:15 p. m. para ajustar la interpretación.