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Superintendent proposes adding autism teacher as district focuses on attendance and mental health
Summary
Superintendent George Mendoza asked the board to add an Autism teacher to support staff managing a high caseload of autistic students and said the district will continue prioritizing attendance and mental health supports in 2024–25.
During his Sept. 11 report Superintendent George Mendoza told the board he "would like to add an Autism teacher to support staff with the high caseload of autistic students." Mendoza said the district will continue to emphasize attendance and mental health supports throughout the 2024–25 school year.
Board members heard the request as part of a broader discussion about student supports and the district's priorities. No formal staffing action was taken at the meeting; Mendoza indicated this staffing proposal would be part of ongoing budget and program discussions.
