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District reports 55 new certificated hires and outlines retention efforts as housing cost remains a challenge
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Summary
HR reported 55 new certificated hires for 2025–26 and described early hiring, mentoring and partnerships as retention tools; trustees and staff said high local housing costs remain the principal driver of attrition and the district is pursuing a housing initiative.
The district's human resources team reported progress on certificated hiring and retention.
An HR presenter said the district welcomed 55 new certificated hires this year, including teachers, social workers and school psychologists, and described strategies to retain staff: early recruitment, mentorship through the induction program, teachers on special assignment (TOSAs), partnerships with credential programs and ongoing professional development.
Trustees asked about how many student teachers convert to district staff; HR said three student teachers this year have been contracted by the district. The board also discussed credential needs for dual‑immersion and Montessori programs; HR said immersion teachers are required to hold appropriate bilingual credentials (BCLAD) and the district provides Montessori training when necessary.
Trustees and staff noted housing affordability as a persistent factor in attrition. The HR presenter and other administrators said the district is addressing the issue in part through a housing initiative intended to mitigate cost pressures on employees.
