Schools & Youth

What's happening

• The Board approved five agreements to operate The Big Lift early learning initiative for the 2026‑2027 school year.
• The combined funding may total up to $1,748,808 across five school districts.

Why it matters

The program aims to improve kindergarten readiness and third‑grade reading skills for children across the county.

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• The board will adopt a resolution honoring Dr. Lizbeth J. Martin for her distinguished career in higher education and contributions to San Mateo County.

Why it matters

The resolution publicly recognizes her impact on the county’s education community.

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• The board approved the appointment of 25 youth members to the Youth Commission for one‑year terms starting July 1, 2026.
• Terms run through June 30, 2027.

Why it matters

Gives youth a voice in county governance and decision‑making.

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• The board will approve a resolution authorizing an agreement with Peninsula Health Care District for the Allcove™ San Mateo Youth Drop‑In Center.
• The agreement runs from July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2027 and may cost up to $500,000.

Why it matters

It funds a safe, supportive space for at‑risk youth to receive counseling, recreation, and other services.

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• The Board approved a resolution waiving the RFP process and authorizing an agreement with the San Mateo County Office of Education to support The Big Lift.
• The agreement covers services from July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2027, with a maximum obligation of $1,520,418.

Why it matters

Provides county‑wide services needed to implement the early‑learning initiative and improve student outcomes.

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• The council will approve an amendment extending the joint use agreement between the city/EMID and the school district through August 31, 2026, and authorize the mayor to execute it.

Why it matters

Allows continued shared use of facilities between the city and schools.

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• The Board will vote to adopt the County Executive’s recommended budget for the 2026-2027 fiscal year. The budget covers all county departments, special districts and related agencies. This is the main budget approval step before final sign‑off on June 18.

Why it matters

Adopting the budget determines how much money each department receives, affecting services like public safety, health, libraries and transportation for residents.

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What's happening

• Supervisors will consider several changes to the Special Programs and Reserves fund, including cutting $450,000 from a transportation benefit program, keeping $1 million in a Latino Health Assessment reserve, and allocating $1 million for a new Youth Center reserve. The items will be referred for final approval on June 18.

Why it matters

These changes shift money between programs, affecting services for commuters, Latino health clinics, and youth activities in the county.

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What's happening

• The board approved an amendment to extend the Pivotal Connections agreement to June 30, 2027.
• Funding was increased by $407,713, raising the total obligation to $1,573,686.
• The money supports educational support services for San Mateo County foster youth.

Why it matters

It ensures continued educational support for foster youth, helping them succeed in school.

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• The Board adopted a resolution allocating $10,000,000 to start the Childcare Central Initiative, including up to $735,000 for a three‑year contract with Tootris, LLC to build a countywide childcare navigation system, with two optional one‑year extensions.
• The resolution also set aside up to $8,865,000 for the SMC Tri‑Share pilot, a multi‑source provider payment program for childcare.

Why it matters

The initiative improves families’ access to childcare information and supports innovative payment models, helping working parents find affordable care.

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What's happening

• Commission will consider a resolution to amend the use permit for an existing school, expanding summer program enrollment ages and increasing staff numbers.

Why it matters

Changes affect school program capacity and staffing, impacting families with young children.

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• The resolution celebrates the Youth Commission’s 30 years of service.
• It authorizes the commission and the Clerk of the Board to receive donations up to $5,000 for the anniversary celebration.

Why it matters

Supporting the Youth Commission’s milestone can boost youth programs and allows modest community donations.

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• The resolution commends June Jordan School for Equity’s work.
• It declares August 28, 2026 as June Jordan School Day in San Francisco.

Why it matters

Recognizing the school highlights educational equity and encourages community participation in the designated day.

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What's happening

• The amendment extends the contract term to June 30 2029.
• It increases funding by $19,095,330, for a total not to exceed $48,211,511.

Why it matters

It broadens peer‑to‑peer employment and mental‑health certificate services, supporting youth employment and mental‑health care.

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What's happening

• The amendment extends the contract term to June 30 2028.
• It adds $5,594,232, raising the total ceiling to $15,010,725.

Why it matters

It expands behavioral health and case management services at 15 high‑school wellness centers, benefiting students and families.

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What's happening

• Board will approve an agreement with CCIC, LLC to provide a multi‑trade introduction curriculum for youth and young adults in the Probation Department Secure Youth Treatment Facility Program.
• Funding is capped at $241,450 for July 1, 2026‑June 30, 2027, with up to four one‑year extensions, and has been cleared by County Counsel.

Why it matters

Provides job‑training and education to at‑risk youth, helping reduce recidivism.

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• The council will receive a presentation on community access and school facilities for the Foster City School District.

Why it matters

It informs the public about school building conditions and access improvements.

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