Problems in AVUSD

1) Major budget crisis and looming cuts

• The board directed the superintendent to prepare at least $7.5 million in ongoing cuts, including potential layoffs across certificated and classified staff.

• Discussion included:

  • Reduction in force (RIFs)

  • Use of one-time funds for ongoing costs (a structural problem)

  • Concerns about depleted reserves (reportedly tens of millions used)

👉 Translation: The district has a structural budget problem—not just a temporary shortfall.

2) High tension with unions and staff

• Union leadership publicly criticized:

  • Meeting timing (seen as limiting participation)

  • Lack of transparency and trust

  • A trustee controversy prompting calls for resignation

• Teachers and staff are speaking out about:

  • Job losses

  • Impact on classrooms

👉 Translation: Labor relations are strained and becoming political.

3) Community frustration and public conflict

• Board meetings include:

  • Parents confronting trustees over comments about students

  • Heated public comment sessions

• Accusations of:

  • Misinformation by board members

  • Lack of professionalism or unity

👉 Translation: Trust between board, staff, and community is eroding.

4) Enrollment and program pressure

• Declining enrollment is raising concerns about:

  • Program sustainability (e.g., funding concerns at sites)

👉 Translation: Fewer students = less funding = more cuts ahead.

VOTE FOR ACCOUNTABILITY. VOTE FOR OUR KIDS.
Election Day: November 3, 2026