ABC Weekly

Enrollment is now open for Spring Dual Enrollment courses for ABCUSD high school students! Courses include History of Dance, World Film, Contemporary Health Problems, and Intermediate Spanish. Students interested in taking advantage of this opportunity are encouraged to speak with their school counselor or College and Career Specialist for more information or to begin the enrollment process. For general questions about Dual Enrollment, contact the ABCUSD Dual Enrollment team at dualenrollment.abc@abcusd.us.

In 2007, Congress officially designated November to shine a light on the experiences of young people facing homelessness. This month, we focus on education, advocacy, and community support to ensure every student has a stable, safe environment to learn and thrive. Join us in raising awareness and supporting youth in our community all month long!

Did You Know? Supporting Our Unhoused Youth

• The Reality: Housing instability is often invisible. Many students continue to attend class daily while facing severe challenges with shelter, transportation, and basic necessities.

• By the Numbers: As of June 2025, more than 60,000 students in LA County were identified as experiencing homelessness.

• Our Commitment: Schools and community partners play a vital role. Together, we can create a supportive network where every student feels safe, valued, and empowered to succeed.

Why Awareness Matters

• Reduce Stigma: Build greater understanding around student homelessness.

• Recognize Needs: Identify students and families who may need extra support.

• Connect to Resources: Help families access essential community and school tools.

• Promote Stability: Support continuous learning and educational success.

Awareness is the first step! Connection and support are what turn awareness into action.

Here’s a recap of the decisions and actions the ABCUSD Board of Education took at this week’s meeting:

• Students from Kennedy Elementary School led the flag salute and shared updates and information about their school.
• Received presentations on Math Intervention Supports and Sixth Grade Transition to Middle Schools.
• Received a report from Tracy High School Student Board Representative Ava Perez, who shared an update about school activities including welcoming the BRIDGES program to campus, Back-to-School Night celebration, Spirit Week, Hispanic Heritage Month activities, FAFSA Parent Night, Dual Enrollment at Cerritos College, and the launch of the school's Community Closet to support students with unmet needs.
• Adopted Resolution 26-15 - National Native American Heritage Month in the month of November.
• Approved a request to adopt Resolution 26-16 - National Special Education Day observed on December 2, 2026.
• Approved a request to adopt Resolution 26-17 - International Migrants Day observed on December 18, 2026.
• Approved Revised Board Policy and Administrative Regulation 4331.3 - In-service growth program.
• Approved Revised Board Policy and Delete Administrative Regulation 4341.2 - Management/Confidential Salary Guides.
• Approved Revised Board Policy 4342.1 - Exclusion from Overtime Provisions.
• Approved Deletion of Board Policy and Revision of Administrative Regulation 4342.2 - Seniority Compensation (Longevity)/Compensation and Related Benefits.
• Approved New Board Policy and Administrative Regulation 4431.3 - In-service growth program.
• Approved Revised Board Policy 4440 - Compensation and Related Benefits.
• Approved request to contract with Teaching Strategies, LLC to provide 12 hours of hands-on professional learning on the Creative Curriculum for early childhood educators for the 2026-2027 school year.
• Approved a request to enter into an MOU with Cypress College/North Orange County Community College District to support implementation of the Cyber Patriot Program at Cerritos High School and Whitney High School for the 2026-2027 school year.
• Approved a request to enter into an MOU with Cypress College/North Orange County Community College District to support implementation of the Cypress College Superintendent’s Cup Program, a cybersecurity education program providing mentor services, curriculum and lab development, and competition support at Furgeson, Hawaiian, and Palms Elementary Schools for the 2026-2027 school year.
• Approved a request to contract with Ponzuric Learning Solutions to provide two days of professional learning for all school psychologists for the 2026-2027 school year.
• Accepted Gift Report 26-03 totaling $91,486.32 in donations made to ABCUSD schools and programs.
• Approved Bid Award ABC-1708 Gonsalves Elementary School Modernization to the Nazerian Group as the lowest responsive and responsible bidder.

You can view a video recording of this Board meeting on the District’s Board Meeting YouTube Channel at youtube.com/@ABCUSDBoardMeetings. The next regular meeting of the ABCUSD Board of Education will be on December 15, 2026.