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Banning USD previews expanded learning options and a high‑school after‑school pilot

Banning Unified School District Board of Trustees · November 14, 2025
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Summary

District staff described the ACES and ELOP funding structure for expanded learning, reported over 150 participants across programs, described new provider partnerships (Boys & Girls Club and Right at School) and previewed a proposed high‑school after‑school pilot to be considered by the board.

Dr. Merlos (Student Services) presented the district’s expanded learning programs and funding structure, explaining how ACES and ELOP grants are used together: ACES funds after‑school programming and is adjusted annually, while ELOP is a larger funding source used to supplement and sustain programming when ACES funding is exhausted.

Merlos said this year the district has partnered with two providers — the longstanding Boys & Girls…

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