Development News for Turlock, California

TUSD Presents Tentative 2026-2027 Budget with Focus on LCFF, COLA, and Special Education Investments

The TUSD administration presented the tentative budget for the 2026-2027 fiscal year, detailing projected revenues and expenditures. The budget incorporates updates from the Governor's May Revision, including changes to Prop 98 funding, cost-of-living adjustments (COLA), and investments in special education and paid pregnancy disability leave. The budget also outlines TUSD's projected revenue of approximately $257.9 million, with a significant portion derived from the Local Control Funding Formula (LCFF). Expenditures are estimated at $272 million, with a majority allocated to personnel costs. The presentation also highlighted the financial implications of declining enrollment and the need to secure ongoing funding for priority programs, especially in light of the impending expiration of certain grant funds.

Turlock Amazon MCE1 Donates Over $42,000 to TUSD and Family Resource Center

The Turlock Unified School District (TUSD) was recognized for its generous donation valued at $42,356.29 from Turlock Amazon MCE1. These donations have supported various families and schools, particularly career technical education programs. Amazon employees also regularly assist at the Family Resource Center food distributions and are key partners for the annual reading extravaganza.

TUSD Reports Highest Foster Youth Population in County, 100% Graduation Rate Expected for Seniors

The board received an update on the TUSD foster youth program for the 2025-2026 school year. TUSD currently serves 51 foster youth, the highest number in Stanislaus County. The presentation detailed the challenges foster youth face, legal responsibilities under California law, and the support structures in place, including dedicated liaisons, transportation support through Kango, and collaboration with community partners like CASSA. A key outcome highlighted was that 100% of currently enrolled foster youth on track are expected to graduate in 2026. The district also discussed the role of Short-Term Residential Treatment Programs (STRTPs) and partnerships with non-public schools.

TUSD Board Approves New Program Specialists and Dissolves Obsolete Salary Schedule

The board approved the hiring of Sharon Albbrook as a Program Specialist and Andrew Conte as a Temporary Program Specialist. Sharon Albbrook brings over 16 years of K-12 experience, including roles as an Educational Specialist and Program Coordinator. Andrew Conte has experience as a Program Manager and Education Specialist, with a focus on culturally competent systems and equitable outcomes. The board also voted to dissolve the obsolete ELOP salary schedule, as these positions are now integrated into other established schedules.