Dear Benicia Community. I wanted to take a moment to update you on the negotiations process to date with the Benicia Teachers Association (BTA).  In my last newsletter, I shared that BTA declared impasse on February 6, 2018, and that the parties would be...

Dear Benicia Community: The recent shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Florida has prompted our community to reflect once again on the safety of our students and staff while in school. Please know our highest priority is the safety of our...

Dear Benicia Community, The Power of Community: I hope this letter finds you well and your children experiencing a positive and productive school year.  Now in my third year as Superintendent, I continue to gain a deeper appreciation and understanding of...

Benicia USD: Budget Update, 2/1/2018 After receiving information from the Governor's January Budget Proposal, BUSD needs to make $800,000 in on­going budget adjustments to provide a balanced budget and provide for the state's required minimum 3% reserve...

Dear Benicia Community, I wanted to take a moment to provide you with a quick update on the negotiations process with our teachers union.  This is a yearly process and typically generates a good deal of interest; therefore, I am sharing the following...

Happy Fall Everyone! I always look forward to this time of year! I love sunny days as much as anyone, but there is something wonderful about a cold, cloudy day, particularly on a weekend.  Staying inside and reading for a few hours, cooking or just...

Welcome back to the 2017-18 school year! We are off to a great start and excited about the opportunity to work with your amazing children once again.  BUSD continues to get better and better, and we are proud of our focus on providing a learning environment where All...

Dear BUSD Community, I want to take a moment to touch bases with you regarding the new graduation requirements I talked about in my newsletter of last week. Since that email, we have received questions from some of you regarding the changes - how they affect elective...

Dear Benicia Community, It is hard to believe this school year is drawing to a close. I am proud of our efforts as we have accomplished a great deal in the pursuit of our vision which states: BUSD - Where all students achieve at their highest potential in an engaging,...

Dear Benicia Community, I hope the new year finds you happy, healthy and prospering.  There is certainly much to be thankful for and much that can create an uncomfortable degree of angst - which is why my wife has recently put me on a news diet, as she calls it....