District Committees
- Academic Committees
- Board Committees
- Culture & Climate Committees
- Fiscal Committees
- Human Resources Committees
- Technology Committees
Academic Committees
- District Arts Steering Committee
- District Emergent Multilingual Learner Advisory Committee (DEMLAC)
- Instructional Council
- Secondary English Articulation Committee
- Special Education Advisory Committee (SEAC)
District Arts Steering Committee
District Arts Steering Committee
The District Arts Steering Committee guides implementation of SBUSD’s Strategic Arts Plan (2023–2028) to ensure equitable, standards-aligned TK-12 arts learning in dance, media arts, music, theatre, and visual art. The committee aligns work to the California Arts Framework and the LCAP, oversees use of the Arts, Music & Instructional Materials Discretionary Block Grant and Proposition 28 (to expand staffing and student enrollment in arts), and monitors progress through a continuous-improvement cycle with regular updates to district leadership and the Board. Core focus areas: Core Curriculum, Professional Development, Equity & Access, Staffing & Leadership, Facilities & Resources, Community Ties.
Read the full Strategic Arts Plan 2023–2028 (PDF).
District Arts Steering Committee
Meetings
SBUSD Board Room
720 Santa Barbara Street
Time: 4:00–5:30 PM
Meetings
SBUSD Board Room
720 Santa Barbara Street
Time: 4:00–5:30 PM
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Thursday, September 25, 2025
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Thursday, November 13, 2025
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Thursday, February 26, 2026
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Thursday, May 28, 2026
District Representatives
Chief Operations Officer
Steve Venz
svenz@sbunified.org
Arts Program Specialist
Anna Pilhoefer
apilhoefer@
Committee Membership
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Andrea Lashua, Elementary Visual Arts
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Sarah Gatehouse, Elementary Music
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Lisa Sueyres, Junior High Theatre & Vocal Music
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Hallie Silva, Junior High Visual Arts
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Rich Lashua, Junior High Theatre
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Xóchitl Tafoya, Site Administrator
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Carlos Estrada, Alternative Education Arts
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Lilybeth Goldman, High School Dance
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Courtney Anderson, High School Vocal Music
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Katie Garibay, High School Visual Arts
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Michael Kiyoi, High School Instrumental Music
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Nicole Barr, High School Media Arts
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Gioia Marchese, High School Theatre
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Katie Szopa, Santa Barbara Education Foundation (Community Partner)
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Sophie Frieman, Parent Advocate
District Emergent Multilingual Learner Advisory Committee (DEMLAC)
Agendas & Minutes
D I S T R I C T E M E R G E N T M U L T I L I N G U A L
L E A R N E R A D V I S O R Y C O M M I T T E E
The District Emergent Multilingual Learner Advisory Committee (DEMLAC) serves as an advisory body to the SBUSD Administration and Board of Education, offering input and feedback on educational programs, policies, procedures, budgets, and specific actions that impact Emergent Multilingual Learners (EMLs) across the District.
DEMLAC is committed to fostering effective intra-district communication and promoting the exchange of needs, accomplishments, and best practices. Its goal is to support the development and implementation of high-quality programs that meet the linguistic and academic needs of EMLs at all stages of their educational journey.
25-26 Meeting Dates
- October 16, 2025
- November 20, 2025
- Jan 22, 2026
- February 19, 2026
- March 19, 2026
- April 23, 2026
- May 21, 2026
2024-25
May 22, 2025
- Agenda: English/ Spanish
- Minutes: English/ Spanish
April 17, 2025
- Agenda: English/ Spanish
- Minutes: English/ Spanish
March 19, 2025
- Agenda: English/ Spanish
- Minutes: English/ Spanish
February 27, 2025
January 23, 2025
- Agenda: English/ Spanish
- Minutes: English/ Spanish
November 14, 2024
- Agenda: English/ Spanish
- Minutes: English/ Spanish
October 10, 2024
- Agenda: English/ Spanish
- Minutes: English/ Spanish
2023-24
May 23, 2024
- Agenda: English/ Spanish
- Minutes: English/ Spanish
April 24, 2024
- Agenda: English/ Spanish
- Minutes: English/ Spanish
March 21, 2024
- Agenda: English/ Spanish
- Minutes: English/ Spanish
February 28, 2024
- Agenda: English/ Spanish
- Minutes: English/ Spanish
January 25, 2024
- Agenda: English/Spanish
- Minutes: English/Spanish
November 30, 2023
- Agenda: English/Spanish
- Minutes: English/Spanish
September 21, 2023
- Agenda: English/Spanish
- Minutes: English/Spanish
2022-23
May 18, 2023
- Agenda: English/Spanish
- Minutes: English/Spanish
April 20, 2023
- Agenda: English/Spanish
- Minutes: English/Spanish
March 16, 2023
- Agenda: English/ Spanish
- Minutes: English/ Spanish
February 23, 2023
- Agenda: English/ Spanish
- Minutes: English/ Spanish
January 19, 2023
- Agenda: English/ Spanish
- Minutes: English/ Spanish
November 17th, 2022
2021-22
Officers
Co-President: Odilia Gutierrez
Co-President: Irlanda Gomez
Secretary: Viridiana Victoria
Parliamentarian: Mayra Oseguera
Advisor to Co-President: Rosy Alcala
District Representatives
Director, Educational Equity and Multilingual Services: Dr. Deborah Martinez
deborahmartinez@sbunified.org
Board Member:
Rose Muñoz
rmunoz@sbunified.org
Instructional Council
Instructional Council
A D V I S O R Y C O M M I T T E E
A D V I S O R Y C O M M I T T E E
The Santa Barbara Unified School District (SBUSD) Instructional Council, which is made up of teachers from each school, serves as a key platform for discussing instructional matters and guiding decision-making to enhance teaching and learning.
Instructional Council Meetings
720 Santa Barbara Street
September 22, 2025
October 6, 2025
November 3, 2o25
January 12, 2025
Feb 9, 2026
March 9, 2026
April 6, 2026
District Representatives
Executive Director of Elementary:
Denise Alvarado
dalvarado@sbunified.org
Executive Director of Secondary:
Dr. Marianne Hew
mhew@sbunified.org
Committee Membership
Elementry & Secondary Teachers
Instructional Support Specialists
Secondary English Articulation Committee
Secondary English Articulation
C O M M I T T E E
C O M M I T T E E
The purpose of the Secondary English Articulation Committee is to provide oversight and decision-making related to core literature book approvals, curriculum, and new courses.
Secondary English Articulation
Committee Meetings
Committee Meetings
October
January
March
District Representatives
Executive Director of Secondary:
Dr. Marianne Hew
mhew@sbunified.org
Committee Membership
English Teachers from Each Jr. High & High School
Assistant Principals
Principals
Special Education Advisory Committee (SEAC)
Special Education
A D V I S O R Y C O M M I T T E E
A D V I S O R Y C O M M I T T E E
The Special Education Advisory Committee (SEAC) is a collaborative group of parents and district staff dedicated to supporting students with disabilities. SEAC provides input and guidance on all aspects of schooling that impact these students, working proactively with SBUSD staff to promote a culture of care, inclusion, and equity. The committee offers valuable feedback on the district’s Special Education priorities, including academics, safety, and the social-emotional wellness of students with disabilities in Santa Barbara.
SEAC Meetings
6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Fall 2025 Family Trainings
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Date |
Location |
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September 24, 2025 |
Santa Barbara High School |
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December 10, 2025 |
Monroe Elementary School |
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March 11, 2026 |
La Cumbre Junior High |
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May 13, 2026 |
San Marcos High School |
Fall 2025 Family Trainings
Location: SB Unified Board Room
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Date/ Time/ Location |
Topic |
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September 13 |
SEAC Representative Family Orientation |
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September 10 |
IEP Basics |
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September 20 |
IEP Basics |
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October 4 |
What do you do when you do not agree with the IEP? |
Membership
Membership will include parents and guardians of children with disabilities, educators, representatives from community agencies, and other interested individuals or groups.
Need more information? Want to attend a meeting? Want to be a member? Please Contact: Dr. Karla Curry, Director of Special Education, kvcurry@sbunified.org
SEAC Leadership
Chair: Mayra Gabriela Oseguera Chavez
SEAC Support
Special Education Family Engagement Liaison: Janina Martinez jsmartinez@sbunified.org
District Representatives
Assistant Superintendent for Student Services: Kenya Edison kedison@sbunified.org
Special Education Director: Dr. Karla Curry kvcurry@sbunified.org
Special Education Program Facilitators:
Juliana Massie jmassie@sbunified.org
Roshni Noronha rnoronha@sbunified.org
Dr. Leslie Martinez lesliemartinez@sbunified.org
Board Member: Dr. Sunita Beall sbeall@sbunified.org
Board Committees
2025 Board of Trustees Committee Assignments
Welcome to the overview of the 2025 Board of Trustees Committee Assignments, approved on December 13, 2024. These committees are crucial for the effective governance and operation of our district. They cover a wide range of topics, from financial oversight to student support and community engagement.
| Committee | Purpose | Representative & Alternate |
| Audit Committee | Review the district's prior year audit with business office staff and the internal auditor to ensure a complete understanding of the external audit. | Bill Banning & Celeste Kafri |
| District Finance Advisory Committee | The School Board created a Finance Committee for the 25-26 school year to learn about district finances, ensure transparent budgeting, and recommend ways to maximize funds for student learning. | Bill Banning & Celeste Kafri |
| Special Education Advisory Committee (SEAC) | Share information between the district's special education department and parent representatives, providing a forum for input on special education policies and procedures. | Sunita Beall |
| Sustainability | Understand the district's highest sustainability needs and provide direction to the Operations and Sustainability Coordinator. The committee includes staff, students, and a board member. | Gabe Escobedo / Rose Munoz |
| District Emergent Multilingual Learner Advisory Committee (DEMLAC) | Advise the district on the development, implementation, and evaluation of programs and services for Emergent Multilingual Learners (EMLs). This includes reviewing master plans, conducting needs assessments, and ensuring compliance. | Rose Munoz |
| Housing Ad-Hoc Committee | Address housing issues affecting district staff by exploring options such as housing projects on district land. The committee includes board members, district administration, and representatives from the Housing Authority. | Gabe Escobedo & Rose Munoz |
| Santa Barbara County Committee on School District Organization | The board representative's singular function is to nominate and elect the eleven members of the County Committee, as specified by Education Code §35023. | Celeste Kafri |
| Santa Barbara County School Boards Association (SBCSBA) | Provides services, information, and training programs for school board members. The committee meets monthly to share district information and discuss updates. | Rose Munoz / Bill Banning |
| Santa Barbara Education Foundation (SBEF) | This committee supports the Santa Barbara Education Foundation, which provides services and resources to enhance our local schools. | Bill Banning / Sunita Beall |
| South Coast Youth Safety Partnership Policy Committee | This committee works to address youth safety issues in the South Coast region. | Gabe Escobedo / Bill Banning |
| Adelante Charter School | Committee that liaises with the Adelante Charter School. | Sunita Beall / Bill Banning |
| Santa Barbara Charter School | Committee that liaises with the Santa Barbara Charter School. | Rose Munoz |
| Legislative Affairs Committee | This committee focuses on legislative matters that affect the district. | Sunita Beall & Bill Banning |
| Counselors ASCA Committee | A committee dedicated to the professional development and support of school counselors, in alignment with the American School Counselor Association (ASCA). | Sunita Beall |
| Committee Advancing Black Achievement, Wellness, and Excellence (CABAWE)* | This new committee focuses on promoting the achievement, wellness, and excellence of Black students in the district. | Gabe Escobedo / Rose Munoz |
Culture & Climate Committees
Committee Advancing Black Achievement, Wellness, and Excellence (CABAWE)
Committee Advancing Black Achievement, Wellness, and Excellence (CABAWE)
The Committee Advancing Black Achievement, Wellness, and Excellence (CABAWE) serves as an advisory body aligned with Board Policies 0415: Equity and 1220: Citizen Advisory Committees. The purpose of CABAWE focusing on advancing the achievement, wellness, and excellence of Black and African American students, families, and staff.
Committee Advancing Black Achievement, Wellness, and Excellence (CABAWE) Meetings
6:00-7:30pm
District Office, 2nd Floor Professional Learning Room
720 Santa Barbara Street
720 Santa Barbara Street
October 1, 2025
November 12, 2025
January 21,2026
March 11, 2026
May 20, 2026
November 12, 2025
January 21,2026
March 11, 2026
May 20, 2026
District Representatives
Chief Operations Officer:
Steve Venz
svenz@sbunified.org
Board President:
Gabe Escobedo
gescobedo@sbunified.org
Committee Membership
Staff
Parents
Community Members
Wellness Committee
Wellness Committee
Wellness Committee duties:
- Advise the District on health-related issues, activities, policies, and programs
- Present annual report to Board, including assessment of districts schools compliance with the policy
- Assess implementation and effectiveness of this policy, at least once every 3 years
Wellness Committee Meetings
October 23, 2025
January 22, 2026
April 23, 2026
District Representatives
Assistant Superintendent, Student & Family Services:
ShaKenya Edison
kedison@sbunified.org
Committee Membership
Staff
Community Members
Fiscal Committees
- Audit Committee
- Citizens’ Bond Oversight Committee
- Finance Committee
- LCAP Parent Advisory Committee (PAC)
Audit Committee
Audit Committee
Business office staff and Internal Auditor meet with the board representative to go over the prior year’s audit to ensure a complete understanding of the external audit.
District Arts Steering Committee
Meetings
SBUSD District Office
720 Santa Barbara Street
Meetings
SBUSD District Office
720 Santa Barbara Street
January
District Representatives
Assistant Superintendent Business Services:
Conrad Tedeschi
ctedeschi@sbunified.org
Board Members:
William Banning
wbanning@sbunified.org
Celeste Kafri
ckafri@sbunified.org
Committee Membership
Staff
Board Members
Citizens’ Bond Oversight Committee
Citizens’ Bond
O V E R S I G H T C O M M I T T E E
O V E R S I G H T C O M M I T T E E
Independent oversight committee with respect to its general obligation bonds, approved by District voters at the November 8, 2016 election and known as Measure I and J. The Committee consists of seven members, which meet quarterly to review and report on expenditures of funds to ensure bond money is used only for voter-approved purposes.
Bond Measures Q & R (2010) | I & J
A G E N D A | M I N U T E S | D O C U M E N T S
A G E N D A | M I N U T E S | D O C U M E N T S
May 19, 2025 5:30 p.m. Meeting
Citizens' Bond Oversight Committee (CBOC) Meeting Agenda
February 24, 2025 5:00 p.m. Meeting
Citizens' Bond Oversight Committee (CBOC) Meeting Agenda
Citizens' Bond Oversight Committee (CBOC) Meeting Minutes
January 13, 2025 5:00 p.m. Meeting
Citizens' Bond Oversight Committee (CBOC) Meeting Canceled
Citizens' Bond Oversight Committee (CBOC) Meeting Agenda
September 23, 2024 5:00 p.m. Meeting
Citizens' Bond Oversight Committee (CBOC) Meeting Agenda
Citizens' Bond Oversight Committee (CBOC) Meeting Minutes
April 15, 2024 5:30 p.m. Meeting
Citizens' Bond Oversight Committee (CBOC) Meeting Agenda
Citizens' Bond Oversight Committee (CBOC) Meeting Minutes
December 11, 2023 5:30 p.m. Meeting
August 28, 2023 5:30 p.m. Meeting
Citizens' Bond Oversight Committee (CBOC) Virtual Meeting Agenda
Citizens' Bond Oversight Committee (CBOC) Meeting Minutes
May 1, 2023 4:30 p.m. Meeting
Citizens' Bond Oversight Committee (CBOC) Virtual Meeting Agenda
Citizens' Bond Oversight Committee (CBOC) Meeting Minutes
January 30, 2023 4:00PM Meeting
November 28, 2022 5:15PM Meeting
June 6, 2022 5:15PM MEETING
Citizens' Bond Oversight Committee (CBOC) Virtual Meeting Agenda
January 24, 2022 5:15PM MEETING
Citizens' Bond Oversight Committee (CBOC) Virtual Meeting Agenda
January 10, 2022 5:15PM MEETING
Citizens' Bond Oversight Committee (CBOC) Virtual Meeting Agenda
SEPTEMBER 13, 2021 5:00PM MEETING
Citizens’ Bond Oversight Committee Measures I and J (Remote Virtual Participation Only)
JUNE 14, 2021 MEETING
Citizens' Bond Oversight Committee (CBOC) Virtual Meeting Agenda
MARCH 15, 2021 MEETING
Citizens’ Bond Oversight Committee Measures Minutes
DECEMBER 7, 2020 MEETING
Bond Oversight Committee Meeting Minutes, December 7, 2020
Bond Oversight Committee Meeting Agenda, December 7, 2020
SEPTEMBER 14, 2020 MEETING
September 14, 2020 Citizens’ Bond Oversight Committee Meeting Agenda
SEPTEMBER 16, 2019 MEETING
September 16, 2019 Citizens’ Bond Oversight Committee Meeting Agenda
Measures I2016 and J2016 Citizens’ Bond Oversight Committee Annual Report to the Board of Education
Measure Q2010 Citizens’ Bond Oversight Committee Annual Report to the Board of Education
Measure R2010 Citizens’ Bond Oversight Committee Annual Report to the Board of Education
Board Project Update June 2019
Consolidated Budget Status by Fund, September 13, 2019
Consolidated Budget Status Fund by Sites, September 13, 2019
Financial Plan, September 13, 2019
JUNE 17, 2019 MEETING
June 17, 2019 Citizens Bond Oversight Committee Meeting Agenda
June 17, 2019 Citizens’ Bond Oversight Committee Meeting Minutes
DRAFT Measure I and J 2018 Annual Board Report
DRAFT Measure Q2010 2018 Annual Board Report
DRAFT Measure R2010 2018 Annual Board Report
MARCH 18, 2019 MEETING
March 18, 2019 Citizens Bond Oversight Committee Meeting Agenda
DRAFT Bond Oversight Committee Meeting Minutes, December 10, 2018
Elementary Consolidated Budget Status Report, March 12, 2019
Secondary Consolidated Budget Status Report, March 12, 2019
DECEMBER 10, 2018 MEETING
December 10, 2018 Bond Oversight Commitee Meeting Agenda
DRAFT Bond Oversight Committee Meeting Minutes, September 17, 2018
December 2018 Bond Consolidated Budget Status Report
Measure R Measure I Financial and Performance Audit 2018
Measure Q Measure I Financial and Performance Audit 2018
Measure J Measure I Financial and Performance Audit 2018
Measure I Financial and Performance Audit 2018
December 2018 Report of Cash Flow Project Schedules and Budget Status
Measure R Communication Letter 2018
Measure Q Communication Letter 2018
Measure J Communication Letter 2018
Measure I Communication Letter 2018
SEPTEMBER 18, 2018 MEETING
September 17, 2018 Citizens Bond Oversight Committee Meeting Agenda
DRAFT Bond Oversight Committee Meeting Minutes, June 11, 2018
Map to Alumni Room
Peabody Stadium Budget Status Report
Peabody Stadium Condensed Consolidated Projected Cost Report
Peabody Stadium Detailed Consolidated Projected Cost Report
JUNE 11, 2018 MEETING
June 11, 2018 Citizens Bond Oversight Committee Meeting Agenda
DRAFT Bond Oversight Committee Meeting Minutes, March 12, 2018
Summer Projects Bond Project Summary 2018-2019
MARCH 12, 2018 MEETING
March 12, 2018 Bond Oversight Committee Meeting Agenda
March 12, 2018 Citizens Bond Oversight Committee Meeting Minutes
Citizens Bond Oversight Committee Membership Term Renewals
DRAFT Bond Oversight Committee Meeting Minutes, January 29 2018
Measure I Detail Report Active as of January 31, 2018
Measure I Projects Estimated Phases
Measure I Summary Report as of January 31, 2018
Measure J Detail Report Active as of January 31, 2018
Measure J Projects Estimated Phases
Measure J Summary Report as of January 31, 2018
Measure Q Detail Report Active as of January 31, 2018
Measure Q Summary Report as of January 31, 2018
Measure R Detail Report Active as of January 31, 2018
Measure R Summary Report as of January 31, 2018
Phases I and II Measure I Projects March 12, 2018
Phases I and II Measure J Projects March 12, 2018
JANUARY 29, 2018 MEETING
January 29, 2018 Citizens Bond Oversight Committee Meeting Agenda
January 29, 2018 Citizens Bond Oversight Committee Meeting Minutes
DRAFT Bond Oversight Committee Meeting Minutes, September 11, 2017
DRAFT Measure Q 2017 Annual Board Report
DRAFT Measure R 2017 Annual Board Report
DRAFT Measures I and J 2017 Annual Board Report
Measure I Audit Letter, December 13, 2017
Measure I Budget Detail Report, October 31, 2017
Measure I Financial and Performance Audit, June 30, 2017
Measure I Summary Report, October 31, 2017
Measure J Audit Letter, December 13, 2017
Measure J Budget Detail Report, October 31, 2017
Measure J Financial and Performance Audit, June 30, 2017
Measure J Summary Report, October 31, 2017
Measure Q Active Project Expenditure Reports, October 31, 2017
Measure Q Audit Letter, December 13, 2017
Measure Q Financial and Performance Audit, June 30, 2017
Measure Q Summary Report, October 31, 2017
Measure R Active Project Expenditure Reports, October 31, 2017
Measure R Audit Letter, December 13, 2017
Measure R Financial and Performance Audit, June 30, 2017
Measure R Summary Report, October 31, 2017
SEPTEMBER 11, 2017 MEETING
September 11, 2017 Citizens Bond Oversight Committee Meeting Agenda
September 11, 2017 Citizens Bond Oversight Committee Meeting Approved Minutes
DRAFT Bond Oversight Committee Meeting Minutes, June 12, 2017
Measure I Budget Detail Report, September 11, 2017
Measure I Revenue Expenditure Encumbrances Summary as of June 30, 2017
Measure J Budget Detail Report, September 11, 2017
Measure J Revenue Expenditure Encumbrances Summary as of June 30, 2017
Measure Q Project Expenditure Reports through June 30, 2017
Measure Q Revenue Expenditure Encumbrances Summary as of June 30, 2017
Measure R Project Expenditure Reports through June 30, 2017
Measure R Revenue Expenditure Encumbrances Summary as of June 30, 2017
JUNE 12, 2017 MEETING
June 12, 2017 Citizens Bond Oversight Committee Meeting Agenda
June 12, 2017 Citizens Bond Oversight Committee Meeting Minutes
MARCH 13, 2017 MEETING
March, 13 2017 Citizens Bond Oversight Committee Meeting Agenda
March, 13 2017 Citizens Bond Oversight Committee Meeting Minutes
DRAFT Measure Q Bond Oversight Committee Meeting Minutes, December 12, 2016
DRAFT Measure R Bond Oversight Committee Meeting Minutes, December 12, 2016
Measure Q Project Expenditure Reports through February 28, 2017
Measure Q Project Revenue Expenditure Encumbrances Summary as of February 28, 2017
Measure R Project Expenditure Reports through February 28, 2017
Measure R Project Revenue Expenditure Encumbrances Summary as of February 28, 2017
District Representatives
Assistant Superintendent Business Services:
Conrad Tedeschi
ctedeschi@sbunified.org
Members & Terms
Mike Barnick, Community at-large
VACANT, Bona-fide taxpayers association
Joanna Kettmann, SBUSD parent / Site Council member
Jennifer Lee, Business organization
Frank Stevens , Chair / Senior citizens’ organization RETIRED
Lang Sligh, Vice Chair / Community at-large RETIRED
Deanna Morinini, Community at-large
Sujittra “Jit” Barnick, Community at-large
Bond Oversight Committee Bylaws
Finance Committee
Finance
C O M M I T T E E
C O M M I T T E E
The School Board created a Finance Committee for the 25-26 school year to learn about district finances, ensure transparent budgeting, and recommend ways to maximize funds for student learning.
Finance Committee
A G E N D A | M I N U T E S | D O C U M E N T S
A G E N D A | M I N U T E S | D O C U M E N T S
September 30, 2025 4:30 p.m. Meeting Agenda
October 21, 2025 4:30 p.m. Meeting Agenda
November 4, 2025 4:30 p.m. Meeting Agenda
December 16, 2025
January 20, 2026
February 17, 2026
March 17, 2026
April 21, 2026
May 12, 2026
June 16, 2026
District Representatives
Assistant Superintendent Business Services:
Conrad Tedeschi
ctedeschi@sbunified.org
Members & Terms
LCAP Parent Advisory Committee (PAC)
LCAP Parent Advisory Committee (PAC)
The LCAP Parent Advisory Committee advises the district on the development, review, and revision of the LCAP, ensuring that parent perspectives are included in decisions affecting student achievement and district priorities. They review proposed goals, actions, and expenditures to support our Unduplicated Students and provide feedback to the superintendent and board to ensure the LCAP aligns with community needs and improves educational outcomes.
LCAP Committee
Meetings
6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
SBUSD District Office
720 Santa Barbara Street
Meetings
6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
SBUSD District Office
720 Santa Barbara Street
March 17, 2026
April 13, 2026
May 6, 2026
May 27, 2026
District Representatives
Chief Operations Officer:
Steve Venz
svenz@sbunified.org
Committee Membership
Parents
Teachers
Staff
Community Members
Human Resources Committees
Benefits Committee
Benefits Committee
Discussions on benefits cover three main areas: enrollment, coverage, and union concerns. Enrollment focuses on clear communication, easy processes, and employee understanding. Coverage examines the types, costs, and value of health and welfare benefits. For unions, the dialogue centers on equitable application of benefits.
Benefits Committee Meetings
SBUSD District Office
720 Santa Barbara Street
SBUSD District Office
720 Santa Barbara Street
September
December
March
May
District Representatives
Assistant Superintendent, Human Resources:
Dr. John Becchio
jbecchio@sbunified.org
Teacher Induction Coordinator:
Roxanna Stern
rstern@sbunified.org
Committee Membership
CSEA:
Samantha Pimentel, Ken Rivas, Zach Ortiz, Suzanne Valenzuela
SBTA:
Hozby Galindo, York Shingle
District:
Esteban Camara, Kim Hernandez, Adriana Burke
Baldwin Reps:
Maggie Lepore, Danny Rodriguez
Housing Committee
Housing Committee
The purpose of the Housing Ad-Hoc Committee is to provide space and time to consider housing projects, housing issues that affect SB Unified staff (classified and certificated) and explore options, within the purview of the district, to address them (ie. housing projects built on district land). The committee consists of at least one board member, the Superintendent, Asst. Superintendent of Business Services, the Project Manager, the Director of Community Schools & Partnerships, representatives from the Housing Authority of the City of Santa Barbara (HACSB), elected officials (or their representatives), and SB Unified lawyers.
Housing Committee Meetings
SBUSD District Office
720 Santa Barbara Street
SBUSD District Office
720 Santa Barbara Street
Monthly, 3rd Wednesday
District Representatives
Superintendent:
Dr. Hilda Maldonado
hmaldonado@sbunified.org
Board President:
Gabe Escobedo
gescobedo@sbunified.org
Committee Membership
District Staff
Community Partners
Legal Counsel
Reclassification Committee
Reclassification Committee
The committee will review each reclassification request and any supporting documentation, such as draft iob descriptions, salary analysis. salary placement proposal. or related information and make a decision for Board recommendation.
Reclassification Committee
SBUSD District Office
720 Santa Barbara Street
SBUSD District Office
720 Santa Barbara Street
As needed
District Representatives
Assistant Superintendent, Human Resources:
Dr. John Becchio
jbecchio@sbunified.org
Committee Membership
CSEA
District Management
Technology Committees
Tech Use Committee
Tech Use Committee
The Tech Use Committee's purpose is to ensure that technology is used in a balanced and responsible way that enhances learning and builds connections for all members of the Santa Barbara Unified community.
Tech Use Committee Meetings
6 pm - 7:30 pm
SBUSD District Office
720 Santa Barbara Street
September 10, 2025
October 23, 2025
January 22, 2026
March 12, 2026
May 21, 2026
District Representatives
Director of Educational Technology Services:
Rob Cooper
rcooper@sbunified.org
Committee Membership
Parents
Teachers
Staff
Community