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Parents and community members press Laguna Beach board for unity and transparency in superintendent hire

Laguna Beach Unified School District Board of Education · May 9, 2025
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Summary

During public comment at the May 8 LBUSD board meeting, parents and PTA leaders urged the board to seek a unanimous (5-0) appointment for the next superintendent and raised concerns about board conduct at recent PTA and governance meetings; one community leader alleged an unlawful secret recording at a PTA meeting and said she has contacted police.

Public comment at the Laguna Beach Unified School District board meeting on May 8 focused heavily on governance and the upcoming superintendent selection. Multiple speakers — parents, PTA leaders and community members — urged the board to pursue a 5-0 vote for the next superintendent to demonstrate unity and rebuild trust.

Jennifer O'Rourke and Emily Rolfing described concerns about personal conduct and…

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