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Parents and union leader press TUSD for better IEP implementation and criticize large teacher release list
Summary
Two public commenters urged the Tustin Unified School District to improve supports for students with IEPs and to reverse or minimize certificated releases; the union president said 272 educators appear on the release list, disproportionately affecting specialized programs.
At the Tustin Unified School District board meeting on March 18, two public commenters urged the district to do more for students and teachers.
Valeria Meza, a community member and graduate student in social work, told the board she has seen students with individualized education programs (IEPs) sent home or disciplined rather than provided required accommodations. She urged expanded staff training for general education teachers and increased school‑based mental‑health services, calling for stronger partnerships with…
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