California / School Districts / Benicia Unified
Superintendent Chris Calabresi presented a 100‑day report highlighting district metrics—4,514 students, 563 employees, 95.6% graduation rate—and outlined goals on data‑driven instruction, equity, budget analysis and a new grant committee to coordinate one‑time funding uses.
California / School Districts / Benicia Unified
Benicia Unified trustees approved a refreshed middle‑school logo and brand guidance after a community process; principal said rebranding costs would be minimal and replaced items will be phased out to avoid waste.
California / School Districts / Benicia Unified
The board adopted Resolution No. 25‑26‑26 to decrease particular kinds of certificated services, removing three teachers on special assignment as related one‑time funds expire; the resolution passed by roll call.
California / School Districts / Benicia Unified
James Marta & Company presented unmodified (clean) audit opinions for the district and Measures S and C bonds, reporting no material weaknesses and that bond expenditures were spent consistent with ballot measures; the board approved the audit reports.
California / School Districts / Benicia Unified
Trustees awarded a $14,125,000 contract to JWALT Construction for new artificial turf fields, concessions and lights at Benicia High School, approved a related stormwater maintenance agreement with the city, and adopted a resolution authorizing up to $65 million in general‑obligation bonds to finance district construction projects.
California / School Districts / Benicia Unified
Dozens of students, parents and former colleagues urged the Benicia Unified School Board to reinstate a long‑time teacher—referred to during public comment as “Coach T”—saying his removal has harmed students’ instruction and morale; speakers asked the board to pursue suspension or restorative options instead of termination.
California / School Districts / Benicia Unified
Trustees ratified tentative agreements providing 2% ongoing salary increases and a $98 monthly increase in district medical contributions (effective Nov. 1) for multiple employee groups, approved AB 1200 fiscal disclosures and salary schedules, and adopted a resolution to reduce certain classified positions funded by one‑time COVID programs.
California / School Districts / Benicia Unified
PTG leaders told the board that custodial and facility fees eaten into fundraisers, and trustees asked district staff to produce cost breakdowns and policy options.
California / School Districts / Benicia Unified
Dozens of students and community members used public comment to urge Benicia Unified trustees to reconsider a personnel action affecting a longtime teacher and coach known as "Coach T."
California / School Districts / Benicia Unified
Director of Educational Services Stephanie Rice presented the districts five-year professional learning plan aligned to LCAP goals, describing districtwide professional learning days, learning walks, targeted summer training, teacher coaching, and supports for early learning and new teachers.