Central Unified approves resolution to reduce five certificated positions, citing $500,000 savings
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Summary
The board adopted Resolution 2526‑34 to reduce or discontinue five certificated positions (three English‑language arts, one music, one art) for 2026–27; administration said the action will save approximately $500,000 and is based on secondary staffing levels and seniority rules.
The Central Unified Board adopted Resolution 2526‑34 March 10, directing reductions or discontinuance of five certificated positions for the 2026–27 school year. Assistant Superintendent Dr. Childs told trustees the five positions are classified as three English‑language arts roles and one each in music and art and that the reductions reflect secondary staffing levels; administration estimated the action will save about $500,000.
Board members asked how positions were determined and were told the process follows seniority lists and credential bumping rights. Trustees also asked whether program delivery to students would be affected; administration responded that programs would continue and no program reductions were expected as a result of these specific eliminations.
Trustees acknowledged the human impact of staffing reductions while noting neighboring districts have taken larger actions. After discussion the board moved and unanimously approved the resolution.
The board’s action initiates the statutory process for certificated reductions; affected employees will receive notice consistent with education code requirements and the district will follow seniority and bumping procedures in determining effectuation of the reductions.
