Laguna Beach School Board Meeting - Jun 03 2026

June 3, 2026

Executive Summary

- The Laguna Beach Unified School District Board of Education held a recognition event on June 3, 2026, at 6:01 PM to honor elementary students from El Morro and Top of the World schools for academic, artistic, and leadership achievements. - President Morgan presided over the meeting, which featured student performances organized by music teacher Lindsay Parker before proceeding to the main recognition ceremony. - The board recognized Dr. Betsy Cannenberg as the Access Central Office Administrator of the Year for her leadership as Director of Assessment and Accountability since 2021, including her work on multi-tiered systems of support and the Flourishing Summer Academy serving over 500 students. - Seven district employees were recognized for retirement, including Brett Fleming after 39 years of service and Jeremy Chung after 16 years as a music teacher at Laguna Beach High School. - Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources Mike Connelly and school principals Dr. Julie Hatchell and other staff presented awards across multiple categories including arts, literacy, environmental leadership, and language proficiency. - Students were honored in categories including the OC Arts for A

Key Decisions

- The board voted unanimously to adopt the meeting agenda (motion by Clerk Perry or Member Malczewski, seconded, approved on voice vote). - The board voted unanimously to adjourn the meeting (voice vote, no specific time recorded). - No substantive policy decisions or votes were taken beyond procedural motions to adopt the agenda and adjourn.