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Heads up! Our parent watchdogs have scanned the upcoming agenda for Lancaster Elementary. We found 11 items that need your immediate attention before the vote.
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District Doubles “Healing & Justice” Contract to $600,000 Annually
The board is amending its agreement with the Healing & Justice Center (HJC) to double the cost to $600,000 per year. This money funds district-wide “trauma-informed, culturally responsive programming” and “intergenerational healing,” which are therapeutic and political services, not academics.
Recommended Action Plan
PACK THE ROOM: This is a massive expenditure on ideological programming. Contact the District Office (see the Official Agenda link) and demand the Board vote NO on Item 19.c. Ask: ‘Why are we spending over half a million dollars a year on non-academic, therapeutic services instead of reading, writing, and math?’
💰 Taxpayer Impact: $600,000 per year
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| 🚨 HIGH CONCERN (LEVEL 9) |
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Board to Spend $58,200 on “Restorative Practices” Consultant
The district plans to pay Abundant Convergence, LLC $58,200 for training on “Restorative Practices.” The vendor’s mission includes “centering voices that have been historically brushed aside” and creating “Equitable Communities,” replacing traditional discipline with ideological group sessions.
Recommended Action Plan
DEMAND TRANSPARENCY: This item is hidden in the Consent Agenda. Contact the District Office (see the Official Agenda link) and demand Item 17.b be pulled for a separate discussion and vote. Ask the board: ‘What specific disciplinary problems justify a $58,200 contract for restorative practices, and how will success be measured academically?’
💰 Taxpayer Impact: $58,200
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| ⚠️ NEEDS REVIEW (LEVEL 7) |
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“Parent Engagement” Contract Expands to Over $1 Million
The board is increasing its contract with the Parent Institute for Quality Education (PIQE) to $1,080,000. While framed as “family engagement,” these programs often train parents to support the school’s agenda, not to hold the school accountable for academic results.
Recommended Action Plan
DEMAND ACCOUNTABILITY: Contact the District Office (see the Official Agenda link) regarding Item 19.b. Ask: ‘What are the specific, measurable academic outcomes for the million dollars we are spending with PIQE? How does this program empower parents to challenge district policy, not just support it?’
💰 Taxpayer Impact: $1,080,000
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| ⚠️ NEEDS REVIEW (LEVEL 7) |
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District Approving $28,500 for “Inclusive Practices” Training
The board is being asked to approve a $28,500 payment to 2Teach Global LLC for professional development on “inclusive practices.” This is a euphemism for DEI training that often instructs teachers to view students through the lens of group identity rather than as individuals.
Recommended Action Plan
ASK HARD QUESTIONS: This is on the Consent Agenda. Contact the District Office (see the Official Agenda link) about Item 17.h. Ask: ‘Please provide the training materials from 2Teach Global so parents can review the definition of ‘inclusive practices’ before this is approved.’
💰 Taxpayer Impact: $28,500
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| ⚠️ NEEDS REVIEW (LEVEL 6) |
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District Spends $118,870 on Vague Teacher Training
The board is set to approve two contracts with Corwin Press totaling $118,870 for “Sustainable Implementation” workshops. This is a large sum for vaguely described professional development from a publisher known for promoting the latest educational fads, which are often vehicles for ideological content.
Recommended Action Plan
DEMAND TRANSPARENCY: Contact the District Office (see the Official Agenda link) regarding Items 17.d and 17.e. Ask: ‘Before spending over $100,000, parents deserve to see the full curriculum and training materials provided by Corwin Press for these workshops.’
💰 Taxpayer Impact: $118,870
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| ⚠️ NEEDS REVIEW (LEVEL 6) |
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“No Cost” Mental Health Services On Campus
The district is renewing an MOU with Alafia Mental Health Institute to provide on-campus counseling and “therapeutic behavior services” to students. These “no cost” services are often billed to private insurance or Medi-Cal, creating a pathway for therapy to occur at school without direct parental involvement in every session.
Recommended Action Plan
DEMAND CONSENT POLICIES: Contact the District Office (see the Official Agenda link) regarding Item 19.a. Ask: ‘What are the specific policies for parental notification and consent before a student receives ongoing therapeutic services from this outside provider on school grounds?’
💰 Taxpayer Impact: Your Child’s Privacy
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| ⚠️ NEEDS REVIEW (LEVEL 6) |
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New Hiring Policy Prioritizes “Equity” and “Diversity”
The board is adopting an updated hiring policy that requires recruitment processes to “promote fairness and equity” and attract a “diverse pool of qualified applicants.” This embeds DEI ideology into the district’s hiring criteria, potentially prioritizing group identity over selecting the most qualified candidate.
Recommended Action Plan
ASK FOR CLARITY: Contact the District Office (see the Official Agenda link) regarding Item 15.d. Ask: ‘Please define how ‘equity’ will be measured in the hiring process. Will the district prioritize merit and qualifications above all other factors?’
💰 Taxpayer Impact: Merit-Based Hiring
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| 👀 MONITOR (LEVEL 5) |
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District Pays for “Capturing Kids’ Hearts” SEL Program
The board is approving a $3,500 contract with The Flippen Group for the “Capturing Kids’ Hearts” program. This is a well-known Social Emotional Learning (SEL) program that focuses on “character lessons” and relationship-building, shifting classroom focus from academics to attitudes and emotions.
Recommended Action Plan
OPT-OUT ALERT: Contact the District Office (see the Official Agenda link) regarding Item 17.a. Ask: ‘Will parents be notified before ‘Capturing Kids Hearts’ is used with their children, and will there be a clear opt-out process for any SEL-related lessons or surveys?’
💰 Taxpayer Impact: $3,500
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| 👀 MONITOR (LEVEL 5) |
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$8,000 Assembly on “Social-Emotional Achievement”
The district is paying $8,000 for a student assembly on “resilience” that supports “social-emotional and behavioral achievement.” The speaker’s focus is on building “strong Black and Brown leaders,” introducing identity-based affinity concepts into a school-wide event.
Recommended Action Plan
QUESTION THE AGENDA: Contact the District Office (see the Official Agenda link) regarding Item 17.c. Ask: ‘Are school assemblies focused on academics and unifying themes, or are we spending tax dollars on programs that divide students by group identity?’
💰 Taxpayer Impact: $8,000
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| ALERT (LEVEL 3) |
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$28k Sixth-Grade Trip to “Outdoor Education” Camp
The district is approving a $28,297.50 overnight trip for 75 sixth-graders to the Pali Institute of Outdoor Education. The rationale includes “environmental stewardship,” which can be a vector for climate alarmism and activism; parents should verify the curriculum.
Recommended Action Plan
MONITOR & VERIFY: Parents of sixth-graders at Discovery Elementary should ask for the detailed curriculum from the Pali Institute before this trip. Contact the District Office (see the Official Agenda link) and ask: ‘Please provide the lesson plans and materials related to ‘environmental stewardship’ that will be taught on the Pali Institute trip.’
💰 Taxpayer Impact: $28,297.50
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| ALERT (LEVEL 2) |
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Board Approves Reading “Title Only” for Agenda Items
The board is voting to allow agenda items to be approved by reading only their title, not the full text. This standard procedure can be used to rush controversial items through without public discussion, making it harder for parents to follow along and understand what’s being voted on.
Recommended Action Plan
Monitor: This is a standard practice, but be aware of how it’s used. If the board rushes through the consent agenda using this rule, it’s a red flag. No immediate action required unless it’s abused.
💰 Taxpayer Impact: Reduced Transparency
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