Mt. Diablo Unified School District Board Meeting
The meeting reconvened on February 25, 2026, following the entry of Trustee Lawrence during the closed session. The session began with a land acknowledgement recognizing the ancestral land of the Lashon, Bay Miwok, and Northern Yokut peoples, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance. Key discussions included the review and potential approval of the minutes from the February 11th regular board meeting, with a noted correction to a vote count. The board also reviewed and adopted the agenda for the current meeting. In reporting actions taken in closed session, the board authorized litigation in one matter, voted not to hear an appeal of a complaint against an employee, and took action concerning the discipline, dismissal, release, and reassignment of several public employees, including approving the non-reelection of certificated employees and administrators, and the release and reassignment of vice principals. The board also held a discussion and voted on the expulsion of student 10-26, outlining strict conditions for readmission, including adherence to educational codes and completion of counseling. The public comment section featured extensive discussion primarily focused on the announced termination/relocation of the dual immersion (TWWI) program at Bankcroftoft school, with speakers advocating for its continuation, citing data on English Learner proficiency and the negative impact of splitting siblings. Other public comments addressed the need for low vision and braille support, the positive impact of adult education programs, and concerns over the release of police footage related to a reported student assault.