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449 RUSD documents — budgets, audits, curriculum reports, policy packets, and more — with plain-English summaries and family impact notes. Every source is the original official text.

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102 documents

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6116 — Classroom Interruptions (AR)

Policy 6116 limits classroom interruptions to protect instructional time. Adopted in November 2004, this administrative regulation requires principals to minimize intercom announce…

For families: For Families: This policy protects your child's learning time by reducing interruptions during class. If you need to vis…

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6115 — Ceremonies And Observances (BP)

This policy, last revised May 14, 2024, governs how Reed Union School District observes holidays and commemorative events. The Board recognizes the importance of students learning …

For families: This policy determines which days your child has school off for holidays and what commemorative activities they'll parti…

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6145.2 — Athletic Competition (BP)

This policy, last revised September 9, 2025, establishes guidelines for Reed Union School District's athletic programs. Key requirements include: (1) No fees - families cannot be c…

For families: Your child cannot be charged any fees to play sports - no costs for uniforms, equipment, or lockers. Students can partic…

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6154 — Homework/Makeup Work (AR)

This administrative regulation, last revised May 17, 2016, requires each Reed Union school to create and regularly review a homework plan. The plan must specify how much time stude…

For families: Your child's school has specific homework expectations for their grade level, and you should receive clear information a…

DocumentJul 2026

Teacher Salary Schedule for Specialized Staff (TOSA) 2026-2027

This is the official salary schedule for Teachers on Special Assignment (TOSA) for the 2026-2027 school year. TOSAs are certificated teachers who take on specialized district-wide …

For families: TOSAs provide specialized support across the district in areas like curriculum development, instructional coaching, and …

DocumentJul 2026

Certificated Psychologist Salary Schedule for 2026-2027 School Year

This document shows the official salary schedule for certificated school psychologists at Reed Union School District for the 2026-2027 school year. Salaries range from $84,779 to $…

For families: This sets competitive salaries for school psychologists who provide essential services like special education assessment…

DocumentJul 2026

Teacher Salary Schedule for 2026-27 School Year

This is the official salary schedule for Reed Union School District teachers, counselors, and librarians for the 2026-27 school year. Salaries range from $80,498 to $154,565 based …

For families: This salary schedule helps the district attract and retain qualified teachers for your children. Competitive salaries su…

DocumentJul 2026

Speech and Language Pathologist Salary Schedule for 2026-27

This document shows the salary schedule for certificated Speech and Language Pathologists in Reed Union School District for the 2026-27 school year. Salaries range from $83,923 to …

For families: This salary schedule helps the district attract and retain qualified speech and language pathologists who provide specia…

DocumentMay 2026

Service Contract with Changing Perspectives Inc for 2026-27 School Year

This is a professional services agreement between Reed Union School District and Changing Perspectives Inc, a Vermont-based nonprofit. The contract runs from May 13, 2026 through c…

For families: The district is contracting with an outside organization to provide educational programming or content to students. Whil…

DocumentMay 2026

Resolution to Hold School Board Election in November 2026

This resolution formally authorizes the Reed Union School District to hold a school board election on November 3, 2026. Three four-year positions on the governing board will be up …

For families: Families will have the opportunity to vote for three school board members who will serve four-year terms starting in 202…

DocumentJan 2026

Agreement to Use Revolution Foods for School Meals 2026-2027

This is a contract allowing Reed Union School District to purchase school meals from Revolution Foods for the 2026-27 school year by "piggybacking" on another school district's (Am…

For families: This contract sets the prices the district will pay for student meals during the 2026-27 school year. Students with food…

PresentationDec 2025

School Lunch Program Vendor Change from Dee's Organics to Revolution Foods

The district's current lunch vendor, Dee's Organics, is withdrawing from the school lunch program with their last service day on December 19, 2025. The district has secured Revolut…

For families: Your child's school lunch vendor is changing. Dee's Organics will stop serving lunch on December 19, 2025. The new vendo…

DocumentNov 2025

Meal Service Contract with Revolution Foods for 2025-26 School Year

This is a formal agreement allowing Reed Union School District to purchase meal services from Revolution Foods for the 2025-26 school year by piggybacking on an existing contract w…

For families: This contract determines who provides school meals for students during the 2025-26 school year. Revolution Foods will pr…

DocumentOct 2025

Contract for Child Nutrition Program Consultant to Train Food Service Staff

This is a six-month consulting contract (October 10, 2025 – March 31, 2026) with Sarah Jones to support the district's food service program. The consultant will work 10-15 hours pe…

For families: This contract supports the school meal program that serves your children. The consultant will train kitchen staff on foo…

DocumentJul 2025

Meal Service Agreement Between Reed and Ross School Districts for 2025-26

This is a formal agreement between Reed Union School District and Ross School District for the 2025-26 school year (July 1, 2025 to June 30, 2026). Reed will provide breakfast, lun…

For families: This agreement ensures Ross students continue receiving federally-funded breakfast, lunch, and snacks through Reed's foo…

DocumentJul 2025

Agreement with Kentfield School District for School Meals FY 2025-26

This is a one-year agreement (July 1, 2025 to June 30, 2026) between Reed Union School District and Kentfield School District for Reed to provide school meals to Kentfield students…

For families: This agreement ensures Kentfield students continue receiving federally reimbursed school meals through Reed Union's meal…

DocumentJul 2025

Speech Therapist Salary Schedule for 2025-26 School Year

This document establishes the salary schedule for certified speech and language pathologists employed by Reed Union School District for the 2025-26 school year. Salaries range from…

For families: This salary schedule helps the district attract and retain qualified speech therapists who provide specialized services …

DocumentJul 2025

School Psychologist Salary Schedule for 2025-26 School Year

This document outlines the salary schedule for certificated school psychologists in Reed Union School District for the 2025-26 school year, effective July 1, 2025. Salaries range f…

For families: This salary schedule helps the district attract and retain qualified school psychologists who provide essential mental h…

DocumentJun 2025

Legal Services Contract with Fagen Friedman & Fulfrost Law Firm

This is a legal services agreement between Reed Union School District and the law firm Fagen Friedman & Fulfrost LLP, effective July 1, 2025. The contract outlines how the district…

For families: This contract authorizes spending district funds on legal services for issues like contracts, employment matters, govern…

DocumentApr 2025

Contract for Child Nutrition Program Trainer and Consultant April-September 2026

This is a six-month consulting contract with Sarah Jones to train school nutrition staff from April 1 through September 30, 2026. The consultant will work 10-15 hours per week (up …

For families: This consultant will train cafeteria staff to improve food safety, meal quality, and compliance with nutrition regulatio…

DocumentAug 2024

2024-2025 Substitute Teacher Pay Rates Across Marin County School Districts

This document lists substitute teacher pay rates for all Marin County school districts for the 2024-2025 school year. Reed Union School District pays substitutes $200 per full day …

For families: Substitute teacher pay affects Reed's ability to attract qualified substitutes when regular teachers are absent. Reed's …

Policy

9200 — Limits Of Board Member Authority (BB)

Last Updated: February 9, 2021 Key Rule: Individual school board members have no authority to act alone—only the full Board has power over district decisions. What This Means: Boar…

For families: For Families: If you contact a Board member with a concern about your child's education, they will refer you to the Supe…

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9260 — Legal Protection (BB)

Last Updated: June 3, 2025 This bylaw protects school board members from personal liability when they're doing their jobs. The district must provide liability insurance for board m…

For families: This policy doesn't directly affect your child's daily education. It explains when board members have legal protection f…

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9322 — Agenda/Meeting Materials (BB)

This bylaw governs how the Reed Union School District Board prepares and shares meeting agendas. Last revised May 12, 2026, it requires agendas to be posted at least 72 hours befor…

For families: Parents can speak at Board meetings on any agenda item and request topics be added to future agendas. All meeting agenda…

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3211 — Parcel Tax Exemptions (AR)

This administrative regulation, adopted May 17, 2005, establishes the process for property owners to request exemptions from Reed Union's voter-approved parcel tax. Exemption reque…

For families: Families who own property in Reed Union may be eligible for parcel tax exemptions under certain circumstances. This poli…

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3270 — Sale And Disposal Of Books, Equipment And Supplies (BP)

This policy, last revised September 13, 2022, governs how Reed Union School District sells, donates, or disposes of outdated books, equipment, and supplies. The Board must declare …

For families: This ensures your children receive current, accurate instructional materials aligned with modern academic standards. Out…

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3290 — Gifts, Grants And Bequests (BP)

Last Updated: September 13, 2022 This policy governs how Reed Union School District accepts donations, grants, and gifts from individuals and organizations. The Board may accept mo…

For families: This policy ensures donations to schools support all students equitably and align with educational values. When families…

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3300 — Expenditures And Purchases (BP)

Last Updated: September 13, 2022 This policy governs how Reed Union School District spends money and makes purchases. The Superintendent can purchase supplies, equipment, and servi…

For families: This policy ensures your tax dollars are spent responsibly through oversight and competitive bidding. It doesn't directl…

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3311 — Bids (BP)

Policy 3311 regulates how Reed Union School District purchases goods and services. Last updated September 9, 2025, this policy requires the district to use competitive bidding when…

For families: This policy protects how your tax dollars are spent. By requiring competitive bidding, the district ensures fair pricing…

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3440 — Inventories (AR)

This administrative regulation, last reviewed in September 2019, establishes how Reed Union School District tracks and manages its property and equipment. The district must maintai…

For families: This policy ensures the district properly manages and protects equipment and property purchased with tax dollars and fed…

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3320 — Claims And Actions Against The District (BP)

Policy 3320 (last revised May 13, 2025) establishes how people can file claims for money or damages against Reed Union School District. If someone believes the district owes them m…

For families: For families: If your child is injured at school or you believe the district damaged your property, you must file a writ…

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3512 — Equipment (AR)

This administrative regulation, adopted September 16, 2019, governs how Reed Union School District manages equipment and supplies. Key rules include: (1) All classes receive compar…

For families: This policy ensures your child's classroom has access to necessary equipment and supplies comparable to other classes in…

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3514.1 — Hazardous Substances (BP)

This policy, last revised September 13, 2022, requires the Reed Union School District to provide a safe environment by minimizing and carefully managing hazardous substances used i…

For families: Your children's safety is protected through strict limits on hazardous materials in schools. Elementary students (K-6) w…

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3514.2 — Integrated Pest Management (BP)

This policy, adopted September 16, 2019, establishes Reed Union School District's approach to pest control using Integrated Pest Management (IPM). The district prioritizes the safe…

For families: Parents receive annual notifications listing pesticide products that may be used at their child's school during the year…

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1112 — Media Relations (BP)

This policy, last revised September 13, 2022, governs how Reed Union School District interacts with media (newspapers, TV, online news). The district commits to providing timely, a…

For families: Parents control whether their child's basic directory information (name, grade level) can be shared with media by submit…

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1150 — Commendations And Awards (BP)

Policy 1150: Commendations And Awards (Last revised September 13, 2022) This policy allows the Reed Union School District Board to publicly recognize parents, community members, bu…

For families: For Families: You can nominate exceptional volunteers, parents, or community members who support Reed Union schools for …

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1240 — Volunteer Assistance (BP)

This policy, last revised September 13, 2022, welcomes parents and community members to volunteer in Reed Union schools. The Board believes volunteers enrich education, increase st…

For families: Parents and community members are encouraged to volunteer in schools to support student learning and safety. Volunteers …

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1250 — Visitors/Outsiders (AR)

Policy 1250: Visitors/Outsiders (Last revised August 22, 2017) requires all visitors to register at school entrances during school hours. Visitors must provide their name, address,…

For families: For families: Parents visiting school must sign in and may be escorted by staff. You need to show ID and state your purp…

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1312.1 — Complaints Concerning District Employees (BP)

Policy 1312.1 (last revised September 13, 2022) establishes how community members can file complaints about Reed Union School District employees. The policy requires complaints to …

For families: For families: This policy protects your right to raise concerns about district employees while ensuring fair treatment f…

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5131.2 — Bullying (BP)

This policy, last revised February 13, 2024, prohibits bullying of students and staff through physical, written, verbal, visual, cyberbullying, threats, harassment, or hate violenc…

For families: Your child has the right to a safe, welcoming school environment free from bullying, harassment, and intimidation. If yo…

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1340 — Access To District Records (BP)

This policy, last revised February 10, 2026, guarantees public access to Reed Union School District records during normal business hours. The district must provide reasonable acces…

For families: Parents and community members can request and review most district records, including emails and communications about di…

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1431 — Waivers (BP)

Last Updated: February 13, 2024 This policy allows the Reed Union School District Board to request waivers from California state education laws when it benefits students. Before re…

For families: This policy creates opportunities for parents to provide input when the district seeks exceptions to state education rul…

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2121 — Superintendent's Contract (BP)

This policy, last revised October 8, 2024, governs the Superintendent's employment contract. The Board can offer contracts up to four years with no automatic renewal. Contracts mus…

For families: This policy ensures stable district leadership by setting clear rules for hiring and retaining the Superintendent, who o…

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2210 — Administrative Discretion Regarding Board Policy (BP)

Last Updated: September 13, 2022 Key Rule: This policy gives the Superintendent authority to make decisions and take action when written board policies don't cover a situation, or …

For families: For Families: This policy allows the Superintendent to act quickly in emergencies or unexpected situations affecting you…

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2230 — Representative And Deliberative Groups (BP)

This policy, last revised September 13, 2022, allows the Superintendent to create advisory groups like task forces, committees, and councils to gather input from staff, parents, st…

For families: Parents can participate in district advisory committees, task forces, or councils when the Superintendent creates them. …

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4030 — Nondiscrimination In Employment (AR)

This Administrative Regulation (last updated August 2024) establishes how Reed Union School District handles employee discrimination complaints. It requires the district to post an…

For families: This regulation protects district employees from discrimination, which indirectly benefits families by ensuring qualifie…

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4031 — Complaints Concerning Discrimination In Employment (AR)

This administrative regulation, last reviewed in August 2005, establishes a three-level complaint process for Reed Union School District employees or job applicants who believe the…

For families: This policy primarily affects district employees and job applicants, not students or families directly. However, a fair …

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4033 — Lactation Accommodation (BP)

This policy, adopted and last reviewed January 13, 2026, guarantees Reed Union School District employees the right to express breast milk at work for up to one year after childbirt…

For families: This policy primarily affects district employees who are nursing mothers, not students directly. It ensures staff member…

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4040 — Employee Use Of Technology (AR)

This policy, last revised in August 2016, governs how Reed Union School District employees use district technology, including internet, email, and computers. The main purpose is su…

For families: This policy ensures teachers carefully screen online materials before sharing with students and maintain appropriate cla…

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4112.6 — Personnel Files (AR)

This administrative regulation, last reviewed in August 2005, establishes how Reed Union School District maintains and protects employee personnel files. All employee files are con…

For families: This policy has minimal direct impact on families or students. It governs internal district processes for employee recor…

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4111 — Recruitment And Selection (BP)

This policy, last revised June 4, 2024, establishes how Reed Union School District recruits and hires employees. The Board commits to hiring qualified staff who reflect California'…

For families: This policy helps ensure your child's teachers and staff are qualified, diverse, and hired fairly. A more diverse staff …

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4111.2 — Legal Status Requirement (AR)

This administrative regulation, last reviewed in August 2005, establishes how Reed Union School District verifies that all employees are legally authorized to work in the United St…

For families: This regulation ensures all district employees—teachers, administrators, and support staff—are legally authorized to wor…

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4112 — Appointment And Conditions Of Employment (AR)

This administrative regulation, last reviewed in August 2005, establishes minimum requirements for hiring certificated (credentialed teaching) staff in Reed Union School District. …

For families: This policy protects your children by ensuring all teachers are properly credentialed, background-checked, and free from…

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4112.2 — Certification (BP)

This policy, last revised September 19, 2023, ensures Reed Union School District employs properly credentialed teachers. The Superintendent must verify all certificated staff hold …

For families: Your child's teacher must have proper credentials, and the district prioritizes hiring fully qualified teachers. If your…

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4112.3 — Oath Or Affirmation (AR)

This administrative regulation, last reviewed in August 2005, requires all Reed Union School District employees to take an oath or affirmation before starting work. The oath declar…

For families: This policy ensures all school staff can respond during emergencies affecting the community. In a disaster, teachers and…

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4112.4 — Health Examinations (AR)

This administrative regulation, last reviewed in August 2005, establishes health examination requirements for Reed Union School District employees. New employees must provide a tub…

For families: This policy helps protect students' health by ensuring all school employees are screened for tuberculosis and other comm…

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4112.5 — Criminal Record Check (AR)

This administrative regulation, last reviewed in August 2005, establishes criminal background check requirements for all Reed Union School District employees. All job applicants mu…

For families: This policy protects students by ensuring all district employees undergo criminal background checks and excludes those c…

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4112.61 — Employment References (AR)

Policy 4112.61: Employment References (Adopted September 16, 2019) This regulation ensures honesty in employee recommendation letters. It prohibits certificated staff (teachers, ad…

For families: This policy helps protect your children by preventing district employees from giving misleading job recommendations that…

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4112.8 — Employment Of Relatives (BP)

Last updated: October 18, 2022 This policy prevents conflicts of interest in hiring and supervision by prohibiting employees from supervising, evaluating, or promoting their relati…

For families: This policy ensures teachers, administrators, and staff are hired and promoted based on qualifications rather than famil…

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4113 — Assignment (BP)

This policy, last revised November 15, 2022, governs how Reed Union School District assigns teachers to positions. The Superintendent assigns certificated staff based on their cred…

For families: This ensures your child is taught by qualified, credentialed teachers. If you notice a teacher appears unqualified for t…

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4116 — Probationary/Permanent Status (AR)

This administrative regulation, last reviewed in September 2019, defines when teachers gain permanent (tenured) status in the Reed Union School District. The key rule is straightfo…

For families: This policy affects the stability of your child's teachers. Teachers who successfully complete two years and are rehired…

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4117.11 — Preretirement Part-Time Employment (AR)

This regulation, adopted September 16, 2019, allows certificated teachers to reduce their workload to part-time before retirement while maintaining full retirement benefits. Key re…

For families: This policy helps the district retain experienced teachers approaching retirement by offering flexible work options. Fam…

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4117.5 — Termination Agreements (AR)

Policy 4117.5 governs termination agreements with district employees (adopted September 2019). Key requirements: When an employee has a termination settlement, the Superintendent m…

For families: This policy protects district finances by capping termination payouts and limiting benefits, potentially saving taxpayer…

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4117.12 — Retirement Consultancy Contracts (AR)

This administrative regulation, adopted in August 2005, allows the Reed Union School District to hire retired certificated employees (teachers, administrators, counselors) as consu…

For families: This policy helps the district retain experienced teachers and staff after retirement for special projects or temporary …

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4117.14 — Postretirement Employment (AR)

Policy 4117.14: Postretirement Employment (Adopted December 10, 2024) This policy allows Reed Union School District to hire retired California State Teachers' Retirement System (Ca…

For families: This policy primarily affects district operations and staffing, not students directly. However, it allows the district t…

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4117.2 — Resignation (BP)

This policy, last revised in October 2022, sets the rules for when district employees want to resign from their positions. Employees must submit a written resignation letter statin…

For families: This policy affects families by ensuring smooth transitions when teachers or staff resign. It helps prevent mid-year dis…

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4117.3 — Personnel Reduction (AR)

Last Reviewed: September 16, 2019 Key Rule: When Reed Union School District needs to reduce certificated staff (teachers and credentialed personnel), layoffs generally follow senio…

For families: For Families: Staff reductions could affect your child's teachers and specialized services (counselors, nurses, specific…

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4119.1 — Civil And Legal Rights (BP)

Last updated: December 13, 2022 This policy protects employees' personal lives and civil rights. The district cannot inquire about employees' personal beliefs, religious or politic…

For families: This policy primarily affects school employees, not students or families directly. However, it ensures that teachers and…

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5021 — Noncustodial Parents (BP)

Policy 5021: Noncustodial Parents (Last revised November 15, 2022) This policy establishes that both parents have equal rights to their child's education unless a court order says …

For families: What this means for families: Both parents have equal access to their child at school and to school records unless there…

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5112.2 — Exclusions From Attendance (AR)

This policy, last reviewed December 14, 2004, outlines when students can be excluded from attending Reed Union schools. Students may be excluded if they're under legal attendance a…

For families: Your child can be excluded from school for health and immunization reasons. You have the right to written notice before …

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5112.5 — Open/Closed Campus (BP)

This policy establishes a closed campus at all Reed Union School District schools, last revised October 18, 2022. Students are not allowed to leave school grounds during the school…

For families: Your child must stay on campus during school hours unless they have permission from school staff. If your child leaves w…

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5131.1 — Bus Conduct (BP)

This policy, last revised October 18, 2022, establishes rules for student behavior on school buses to ensure safety for students, drivers, and others. Students must follow bus cond…

For families: Your child must follow all bus rules or risk losing riding privileges and facing discipline. Cameras may record your chi…

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Board Policy 9322: Agenda and Meeting Materials Distribution

This document presents Board Policy 9322, which establishes procedures for preparing and distributing school board meeting agendas and materials. The policy outlines requirements f…

For families: This policy ensures families can see what the school board will discuss before meetings happen. Parents can review meeti…

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9123 — Clerk (BB)

This bylaw, last revised September 13, 2022, establishes the role of the Board Clerk for the Reed Union School District. The Board must elect a clerk from among its own members at …

For families: This policy has minimal direct impact on families and students. It establishes internal Board operations and record-keep…

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9223 — Filling Vacancies (BB)

This policy (last revised November 12, 2024) establishes how Reed Union School District fills empty seats on the Governing Board. A vacancy can occur through death, resignation, re…

For families: This policy ensures community representation on the school board even when members leave unexpectedly. Parents and voter…

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4117.6 — Decision Not To Rehire (AR)

This administrative regulation, last reviewed in August 2005, establishes the timeline and process for deciding whether to rehire probationary (non-tenured) teachers. The Superinte…

For families: This policy affects teacher retention and classroom stability. It establishes when and how the district decides whether …

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9313 — Administrative Regulations (BB)

This bylaw, adopted in October 2004, explains how the Superintendent creates administrative regulations to implement Board policies. The Superintendent develops detailed procedures…

For families: This policy affects how district rules are created and enforced at your child's school. The Superintendent develops the …

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9323 — Meeting Conduct (BB)

This policy, last revised March 14, 2023, governs how Reed Union School Board meetings are conducted. Key requirements include: meetings must start on time and follow posted agenda…

For families: You can attend board meetings, speak about agenda items or other district matters for up to 3 minutes, and record meetin…

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9310 — Board Policies (BB)

This bylaw explains how the Reed Union School District creates, reviews, and updates its governing rules. Board policies are the written rules everyone must follow on district prop…

For families: This policy ensures parents can access and understand the rules governing their children's schools. It guarantees opport…

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How the School Board Creates and Approves Official Policies

This bylaw defines how the Reed Union School District Board creates, reviews, and approves official policies that govern the district. Board policies are written rules that establi…

For families: This policy ensures that families have input on school district rules before they're adopted. All board policies must be…

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Code of Ethics for Classified School Employees (Draft Policy)

This is a draft professional standards policy establishing a Code of Ethics for classified (non-teaching) school employees in Reed Union School District. Based on the California Sc…

For families: This policy sets clear expectations for how non-teaching staff (office workers, custodians, aides, food service workers,…

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California Professional Standards for Educational Leaders - Policy Exhibit

This document outlines the California Professional Standards for Educational Leaders (CPSEL), which define expectations for school administrators and educational leaders. The stand…

For families: These standards define how school principals and district leaders should operate, which directly affects your child's da…

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9100 — Organization (BB)

This policy establishes how the Reed Union School District Board organizes itself each year. The Board must hold an annual organizational meeting in December—within 15 days after t…

For families: This policy ensures transparency in Board leadership by requiring public election of officers each December. It establis…

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9110 — Terms Of Office (BB)

This policy establishes the basic structure of the Reed Union School District Board of Trustees. The Board consists of five members who serve staggered four-year terms, with electi…

For families: This policy ensures families always have a functioning school board making decisions about their children's education, e…

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9140 — Board Representatives (BB)

This bylaw, last revised February 9, 2021, governs how school board members represent the district on committees. The Board may appoint members to serve on district committees, oth…

For families: This policy ensures that when a board member participates in committees (like parent advisory groups, technology plannin…

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9220 — Governing Board Elections (BB)

This policy, last revised October 8, 2024, governs how Reed Union School District school board members are elected. To serve on the board, candidates must be 18+, California reside…

For families: This policy ensures parents and community members understand who can run for school board and how elections work. It det…

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9224 — Oath Or Affirmation (BB)

This bylaw requires every Reed Union School District Board member to take an official oath or affirmation before they can begin their duties or exercise any Board member functions.…

For families: This is an administrative requirement for Board members and does not directly impact students or families. It ensures th…

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9250 — Remuneration, Reimbursement And Other Benefits (BB)

Board Policy 9250: How Board Members Are Compensated (Last updated February 2021) Reed Union School District board members voluntarily serve without pay, though state law allows co…

For families: What This Means for Families: This policy ensures board members serve the community without receiving salaries, keeping …

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9321 — Closed Session (BB)

This bylaw governs when and how the Reed Union School Board can meet in private "closed session" rather than in public. Last revised April 14, 2026, it commits the Board to transpa…

For families: Families can attend most Board meetings, but certain discussions about individual students, employees, or sensitive matt…

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9323.2 — Actions By The Board (BB)

This bylaw, last revised May 14, 2024, governs how the Reed Union School District Board makes official decisions. The Board acts by majority vote of all members unless law requires…

For families: This policy ensures families can observe how the Board makes decisions affecting their children's education, including b…

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9324 — Minutes And Recordings (BB)

Last Updated: April 20, 2021 This policy establishes how the Reed Union School District records and maintains minutes of Board meetings. The Board secretary must keep accurate minu…

For families: For Families: You can access meeting minutes to understand Board decisions affecting your child's education. If you spea…

PolicyNov 2025

Board Policy for Recruiting and Hiring a New Superintendent

This policy outlines how the Reed Union School District Board recruits and selects a new Superintendent when a vacancy occurs. The Board is responsible for the entire hiring proces…

For families: This policy ensures the Board follows a thorough, transparent process when hiring a new Superintendent—the district's to…

PolicyMar 2025

2024-25 School Year Transportation Plan for Students and Families

This plan outlines Reed Union School District's transportation services for the 2024-25 school year. The district provides free transportation to students with Individual Education…

For families: Students with disabilities receive free specialized transportation through MPTA. Low-income families can access free hom…

PolicySep 2024

Policy on Sexual Harassment Prevention and Reporting for District Employees

This policy establishes Reed Union School District's commitment to preventing and addressing sexual harassment among employees, volunteers, contractors, and job applicants. It comp…

For families: This policy helps ensure a safe, professional environment for all adults working in district schools. When school employ…

PolicyApr 2024

Board Meeting Agenda Rules and Public Participation Policy

This policy (Bylaw 9322) establishes rules for how the school board creates and shares meeting agendas. Key requirements include: agendas must be posted at least 72 hours before re…

For families: This policy ensures families can see what the school board will discuss before meetings and gives them the right to spea…

PolicyNov 2022

Employee Professional Standards and Code of Conduct Policy

This policy establishes professional behavior standards for all Reed Union School District employees. It defines inappropriate conduct including violence, harassment, inappropriate…

For families: This policy protects your child's safety by setting clear boundaries for how school employees should interact with stude…

PolicyOct 2022

Professional Standards and Code of Conduct for All District Employees

This policy establishes professional conduct expectations for all Reed Union School District employees, volunteers, and contractors. It defines inappropriate conduct including enda…

For families: This policy protects your children by setting clear behavioral expectations for all adults working in district schools. …

PolicyOct 2022

Policy on Employee Personal Property Reimbursement - Not Covered by District

This policy states that Reed Union School District will not pay to reimburse employees for their personal property (such as phones, laptops, clothing, or other belongings) that is …

For families: This policy does not directly affect students or families. It relates to how district employees handle their personal be…

PolicyOct 2022

Professional Standards and Code of Conduct for District Employees

This policy establishes professional and ethical standards for all Reed Union School District employees. It defines inappropriate conduct including violence, weapons possession, ha…

For families: This policy helps protect your child's safety and well-being at school by setting clear professional boundaries for all …

PolicyOct 2022

Policy on Not Reimbursing Employees for Damaged Personal Property

This is a school board policy stating that Reed Union School District will not reimburse employees for their personal property (like phones, laptops, clothing, etc.) that is stolen…

For families: This policy does not directly impact students or families. It is an internal employment policy that affects district sta…

PolicyOct 2022

Policy on Whether District Reimburses Employees for Stolen or Damaged Personal Property

This policy states that Reed Union School District will not pay to reimburse employees for their personal property (such as phones, laptops, or other belongings) that is stolen, in…

For families: This policy does not directly impact families or students. It is an internal administrative policy that governs whether …

PolicySep 2022

Policy for How the School Board Hires a Superintendent

This policy outlines how Reed Union School District's Board of Trustees recruits and selects a new Superintendent when the position becomes vacant. The Board establishes a search p…

For families: This policy ensures a thorough, transparent process for selecting the district's educational leader—the Superintendent w…