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Simi Valley Unified reports 8 expulsions in 2024–25; district highlights declines in suspensions
Summary
District staff told trustees there were eight expulsions in 2024–25, mostly among socioeconomically disadvantaged students; staff reported gains for special education students (ELA +12.7 points) and noted reductions in suspension and expulsion rates under LCAP goals.
District staff presented the annual expulsion report for the 2024–25 school year, reporting eight total expulsions and providing demographic and placement details. The presenter said expulsions were handled by stipulated agreement and that all eight students were referred to Gateway Community School for placement during their expulsion period.
Panel highlights and figures: total expulsions = 8 (Hillside Middle School 2; Sinaloa 1; Apollo High School 2; Royal High School 1; non-public schools 2). Demographics reported: 5 Hispanic students, 2 Caucasian, 1 Asian; seven students were classified as socioeconomically disadvantaged. Staff said none of the expelled students were enrolled under special education or 504 plans. The speaker also reported districtwide assessment gains for students with individualized education programs: a 12.7-point increase in language arts and a 4-point increase in math on state measures.
Trustees asked whether recent changes in state law on suspension practice had affected expulsion data; staff replied the suspension-law change (no suspensions for disruption K–12) is separate from expulsion criteria and that expulsions address more serious offenses. Trustees discussed measuring trends by grade band and the district’s ongoing efforts on school climate, positive behavior interventions and supports (PBIS), and re-engagement through readmission reviews.
The report noted that some students remain under expulsion terms but may be eligible for readmission; staff said two students had aged out and graduated. The item was presented for information; no formal vote was required.
