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Board approves expulsion hearing outcome, Red Ribbon Week resolution and consent calendar
Summary
The Santa Paula Unified board reported a closed‑session expulsion decision (4–0), adopted a Red Ribbon Week resolution (4–0) and approved the consent calendar (4–0) during its Oct. 22 meeting.
The board reported the outcome of closed session: trustees voted to expel a student for the remainder of the 2025–26 semester, with a rehabilitation plan to be followed during expulsion and upon return. According to the open‑session report, the motion to expel was made by Trustee Frutos and seconded by Trustee Arroyo; the board recorded the vote as 4–0.
In open session the board adopted Resolution 2025–26.09 proclaiming Red Ribbon Week from Oct. 23–31, 2025. A student trustee read the resolution: "Whereas Red Ribbon Week provides a forum for young adults and children to join together with law enforcement, teachers, and others to demonstrate their commitment to leading a healthy lifestyle free of drugs and alcohol." The resolution passed on a formal board vote (4–0).
The consent calendar was also approved by a single motion and a roll‑call board vote (passes 4–0). No other legislative items requiring formal board adoption were recorded at the Oct. 22 meeting.
Why it matters: The expulsion is an individual disciplinary decision announced in open session without naming the student; the resolution and consent votes are routine governance actions that the board completed before adjourning.
What’s next: The board moves forward with follow‑up items requested during the informational sessions (bond scenarios, classification lists, preschool fee outreach).
