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Board presents Key to the District to community advocate Francisco (transcript name)
Summary
Board member John Hollins presented the Key to the District to Francisco (named in the transcript) for years of advocacy for Mixtec/Misheco families, language access and leadership training; the recipient thanked the board and highlighted family and community support.
John Hollins, a board member, presented the Santa Maria‑Bonita School District's Key to the District to Francisco (as named in the transcript) in recognition of years of community advocacy.
In remarks introducing the honor, Hollins described the recipient as "a unifier, a team builder and a leader" who has worked with indigenous communities and promoted language access, parental engagement and emerging‑leader recruitment. The transcript records Hollins recounting the honoree's work with site councils, language interpreters and the creation of an intergenerational advisory committee for Mixtec/Misheco families.
Francisco (recipient, transcript) responded: "Honestly, I don't deserve this ... I want to thank especially Dr. Tammy Castillo because I cannot do this alone" and later thanked his wife, Mixtec mothers who attend meetings with him, and district staff. The recipient also said the district's strategic plan beginning in 2023 has allowed him to speak about his culture broadly in schools.
Board members then moved into the business of the meeting. The presentation and remarks were followed by a photo opportunity and a transition to public comment and consent business.
