During recently concluded budget presentations provided to the Board, staff highlighted that student enrollment per classroom teacher is much lower in AUSD than comparison districts, with the most dramatic variance at middle and high schools. At its April 10 meeting, the Board provided direction to staff to contractual class size limits resulting in more consistent class sizes across the District. Public comments made during these meetings requested the Board to explore the consolidation of schools in order to enable the District to provide a salary increase as well as provide a comprehensive secondary program for all students.

Tonight’s presentation focuses on the potential of consolidating Alameda High School and Encinal Junior and Senior High School. Staff is asking the Board to provide direction in exploring a potential consolidation.