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Board approves policy updates, graduation changes and multiple service contracts

Santa Paula Unified School District Board of Education · August 14, 2025
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Summary

At the meeting the board approved CSBA policy updates, revised graduation requirements (maintaining 230 credits while adding computer science and world‑language clarity), conceptual approval of athletic transportation, and a package of contracts for enrichment, special education services and facilities closeouts.

The Santa Paula Unified Board of Education approved a series of policy revisions, personnel actions and vendor contracts at its meeting, including CSBA‑recommended policy updates and a revised board policy on graduation requirements.

Policy and graduation requirements

Staff presented CSBA’s June 2025 policy updates and the board approved the packet for first reading; changes highlighted the comprehensive safety plan (now tied to required training) and clarified exhibit language. The board also approved revised graduation requirements that keep the 230‑credit total while adding options and clarifications: computer science inclusion in A‑G alignment, chemistry as a science option, ethnic studies incorporation, a required two‑course sequence in the same world language (including American Sign Language), and one semester of health. Staff noted exemptions for foster youth, McKinney‑Vento…

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