Robla School District explores new EOP providers to address transportation barriers

The Robla School District Board Meeting held on June 12, 2025, focused on addressing significant barriers faced by students, particularly those experiencing homelessness, and introduced potential new providers for the district's Expanded Learning Opportunities Program (ELOP).

The meeting began with a discussion on the challenges faced by homeless students, particularly regarding transportation. A board member highlighted that many students do not live close to the school, which complicates their ability to attend regularly. The district has attempted to alleviate this issue by providing gas cards and mileage reimbursements, but these solutions have proven costly and insufficient. The board member emphasized that transportation is a major barrier, noting that traditional solutions like school buses may not be effective for these students.

Following this discussion, the meeting transitioned to presentations from six potential ELOP providers. The board expressed gratitude to the providers for their participation and clarified that the presentations were informational, aimed at gathering insights to create a master schedule for ELOP programs. Contracts for these programs are expected to be presented at the next board meeting on June 26.

The first provider to present was Cindy Lawson from Right at School, who shared the organization's mission to inspire a love of learning and support schools while providing peace of mind to parents. Lawson expressed her commitment to the community and outlined how Right at School could support the Robla School District.

The meeting concluded with an acknowledgment of the ongoing efforts to address student needs and the importance of collaboration with community partners to enhance educational opportunities. The board looks forward to further discussions and decisions regarding the ELOP providers in the upcoming meeting.