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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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37 documents
6159.2 — Nonpublic, Nonsectarian School And Agency Services For Special Education (AR)
This administrative regulation governs when and how Reed Union School District can contract with private, non-religious schools or agencies to provide special education services. T…
For families: If your child needs specialized services unavailable in regular public schools, the district can place them in approved …
6159.3 — Appointment Of Surrogate Parent For Special Education Students (BP)
This policy, adopted and last reviewed on September 13, 2022, authorizes the Superintendent or designee to appoint surrogate parents for special education students when needed to p…
For families: If your child with disabilities is in foster care or you are unable to participate in their special education decisions,…
Bel Aire Elementary School Accessibility Improvements and Funding Request
This report summarizes accessibility (ADA) improvements at Bel Aire Elementary following site inspections in December 2025. The school has already made many accessibility upgrades …
For families: These improvements ensure all students, including those with mobility challenges, can safely access all areas of Bel Air…
Legal Services Contract Between Reed Union School District and Kingsley Bogard LLP for 2026-27
This is a legal services agreement between Reed Union School District and the law firm Kingsley Bogard LLP, effective July 1, 2026. The contract covers services including employee …
For families: This contract ensures the district has legal representation for matters affecting schools and families, including specia…
Physical Education Program Report for All Reed District Schools June 2026
This report presents the district's physical education program across all three schools for June 2026. Reed Elementary (grades 1-2) provides 200 minutes of PE every 10 days. Bel Ai…
For families: All students receive regular physical education instruction aligned with state requirements. Elementary students get 200…
Resolution Calling November 2026 School Bond Election for $115 Million
This resolution formally calls for a November 3, 2026 election asking voters to approve $115 million in general obligation bonds for school facilities. The bonds require 55% voter …
For families: If approved by voters, this bond would fund facility improvements at Reed Union schools including safer campuses, update…
Contract with SPG Therapy & Education for Student Support Services
This is a service agreement between Reed Union School District and SPG Therapy & Education, effective July 1, 2025. The contract covers various specialized services including speec…
For families: This contract ensures the district has access to specialized therapists and support staff for students who need speech t…
3471 — Parcel Taxes (BP)
Last Updated: February 11, 2025 This policy allows the Reed Union School District Board to place parcel taxes on the ballot to raise additional funds for educational programs and f…
For families: What This Means for Families: Parcel taxes directly impact your property tax bill and the district's budget for schools.…
0410 — Nondiscrimination In District Programs And Activities (BP)
Policy 0410 (last revised September 9, 2025) prohibits discrimination in all Reed Union School District programs and activities based on protected characteristics including race, g…
For families: Your child has the right to participate fully in all school programs regardless of their background, identity, or abilit…
5131.5 — Vandalism And Graffiti (BP)
This policy, adopted in August 2022 and last revised in October 2022, addresses vandalism and graffiti at Reed Union schools. The district commits to preventing vandalism by collab…
For families: If your child vandalizes school property or creates graffiti, they may be suspended or expelled. The district can withho…
0430 — Comprehensive Local Plan For Special Education (BP)
This policy, last revised June 13, 2023, establishes Reed Union School District's commitment to providing free appropriate public education to all students with disabilities aged 3…
For families: Families with children who have disabilities (ages 3-21) are guaranteed access to appropriate special education services…
0450 — Comprehensive Safety Plan (AR)
This Administrative Regulation, last revised March 12, 2019, outlines what must be included in each school's comprehensive safety plan. Schools must assess campus crime, suspension…
For families: Your child's school has a detailed safety plan covering emergencies (earthquakes, fires, lockdowns), anti-bullying polic…
1113 — District And School Websites (AR)
This administrative regulation, last revised September 21, 2023, establishes standards for Reed Union School District's websites. The Superintendent must ensure websites are access…
For families: Parents must provide written permission before their child's work appears on district websites. Student names generally …
1400 — Relations Between Other Governmental Agencies And The Schools (BP)
This policy, last revised September 2022, establishes the Reed Union School District's framework for collaborating with other government agencies (city, county, health, social serv…
For families: This policy expands access to support services for students and families through partnerships with health, social servic…
4032 — Reasonable Accommodation (AR)
This administrative regulation, last reviewed in August 2005, defines how Reed Union School District handles reasonable accommodation requests from employees and job applicants wit…
For families: This policy primarily affects district employees, not students or families directly. However, it indirectly impacts fami…
4112.62 — Maintenance of Criminal Offender Records (AR)
This administrative regulation, last reviewed in August 2005, establishes strict confidentiality rules for handling employee criminal background check records obtained from the Cal…
For families: This policy protects the privacy of all district employees and job applicants by ensuring their criminal background chec…
5030 — Student Wellness (BP)
This policy, last revised November 2018, establishes Reed Union School District's commitment to student wellness through healthy eating and physical activity. The Board recognizes …
For families: Your child will have regular opportunities for physical activity during the school day through PE and recess. Teachers a…
5113.1 — Chronic Absence And Truancy (BP)
This policy, last revised April 15, 2025, establishes how Reed Union School District addresses chronic absence and truancy. The Board requires accurate tracking of student attendan…
For families: If your child misses school frequently, the district will reach out to understand why and provide support—not punishment…
5117 — Interdistrict Attendance (AR)
This administrative regulation (last revised March 6, 2018) governs how students transfer into or out of Reed Union School District. Students transferring OUT must file a written a…
For families: If you live outside Reed Union but want your child to attend, space is very limited and transfers require exceptional ci…
5125 — Student Records (AR)
This administrative regulation, last revised September 11, 2018, defines student records and who can access them. Student records include any information about an identifiable stud…
For families: Parents have full access to their child's school records regardless of custody status. The district may share your child…
5125.1 — Release Of Directory Information (AR)
This administrative regulation, last revised June 11, 2018, defines "directory information" as student data that can be publicly shared without invading privacy—including name, add…
For families: Parents control what student information the district shares publicly. Each year, you'll receive notice about what infor…
5125.2 — Withholding Grades, Diploma Or Transcripts (AR)
This policy, last revised November 12, 2019, allows Reed Union School District to withhold a student's grades and transcripts if the student willfully damages or loses district pro…
For families: If your child damages or loses school property (iPad, textbook, etc.), the district can hold their grades and transcript…
5125.3 — Challenging Student Records (AR)
Policy 5125.3 allows parents/guardians to challenge information in their child's school records that they believe is inaccurate, misleading, violates privacy, or meets other specif…
For families: Your rights: You can formally challenge inaccurate or unfair information in your child's school records, including suspe…
5131 — Conduct (BP)
This policy, last revised June 3, 2025, establishes standards for student behavior in Reed Union School District. Students must conduct themselves appropriately on campus, travelin…
For families: Your child must follow clear behavior rules at school and school events. Violations—including bullying, phone misuse, de…
5131.41 — Use Of Seclusion And Restraint (AR)
This administrative regulation, adopted March 12, 2019, strictly limits when school staff can physically restrain or seclude students. Staff may only use restraint or seclusion whe…
For families: Your child cannot be physically restrained or isolated except in genuine emergency situations involving immediate physic…
7111 — Evaluating Existing Buildings (AR)
This administrative regulation, last reviewed in February 2005, requires the Superintendent to regularly evaluate school buildings to ensure they meet instructional needs, provide …
For families: This policy ensures your child attends school in safe, structurally sound buildings that meet current health and accessi…
Declaration of Need for Emergency Teacher Permits for 2026-27 School Year
This is a state-required form that Reed Union School District must file with the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing to request emergency teaching permits for the 2026-2…
For families: This document allows the district to hire teachers who don't yet have full credentials when fully qualified teachers can…
Rules for School Board Members Attending Meetings Remotely or Virtually
This policy establishes when and how school board members can participate in board meetings remotely instead of in person. It covers three main scenarios: traditional remote attend…
For families: This policy determines when families can attend board meetings only online versus in person. It ensures families can sti…
9320 — Meetings And Notices (BB)
This policy (last revised May 14, 2024) governs how the Reed Union School District Board conducts its meetings. The Board holds one regular meeting monthly (except July) on the sec…
For families: This policy ensures you can attend Board meetings and speak directly to Board members about issues affecting your child'…
9320.1 — Remote Meetings and Attendance (BB)
This bylaw, adopted May 12, 2026, establishes rules for when and how school board members can attend meetings remotely rather than in person. Board members can participate remotely…
For families: This policy ensures parents can still watch board meetings and make public comments even when board members participate …
Student Suspension and Expulsion Policy and Due Process Procedures
This is the district's official policy governing when and how students can be suspended or expelled from school. It outlines specific violations that warrant discipline (like bring…
For families: This policy determines when your child could face suspension or expulsion and what rights they have in the process. Scho…
School Board Policy on Remote Meeting Attendance and Participation
This policy establishes rules for when and how school board members can participate in board meetings remotely instead of in person. It outlines three main scenarios: traditional r…
For families: This policy allows board members to participate in meetings remotely under specific circumstances while ensuring familie…
2025-26 Contract for Special Education Services with Seneca Family of Agencies
This is a master contract between Reed Union School District and Seneca Family of Agencies for the 2025-26 school year to provide special education and related services to students…
For families: This contract allows the district to access specialized education services for students whose IEPs require programs the …
2025-26 Contract with Welldom Inc. for Special Education Services
This is a master contract between Reed Union School District and Welldom Inc., a nonpublic school/agency, for the 2025-26 school year. It establishes the legal framework for provid…
For families: This contract ensures that if your child with special needs requires services the district cannot provide in-house, they…
Student Mental Health Services and Support Policy
This policy outlines how Reed Union School District supports student mental health and well-being. The district will provide staff and student training to recognize mental health w…
For families: Your child will have increased access to mental health support at school through trained staff and counselors. Schools w…
Student Suspension and Expulsion Rules and Due Process Policy
This policy establishes the rules and procedures for student suspension and expulsion in Reed Union School District. It outlines when students can be suspended or expelled, what be…
For families: This policy protects your child's right to education while maintaining school safety. Before suspension, schools must tr…
Nondiscrimination in Employment Policy for District Employees
This Board Policy establishes Reed Union School District's commitment to preventing discrimination and harassment in employment. It prohibits discrimination against all employees, …
For families: This policy ensures that all adults working with students—teachers, staff, coaches, and volunteers—are hired, treated, a…