0:40 → 1:34(53s)
The meeting opened at about 7:20 p.m. and the student board member led the Pledge of Allegiance. The board noted the difficult wildfire situation affecting students, families and first responders.
The Corona‑Norco Unified School District Board met for a regular session that included condolences for wildfire victims and a fallen deputy, introductions of new school administrators, multiple recognitions of student athletic and band achievements, a retirement tribute to longtime safety director Steve Ellis, presentation of the 2023–24 audited financial statements (including a material‑weakness finding on timing differences), public comments on ongoing bus driver negotiations and fleet safety, a legal briefing on developer fees, several committee appointments, and adoption of consent items.
