Board Office Hours
The LGSUHSD Board of Trustees is pleased to reinstate Board Office Hours, an opportunity for our community to engage directly with board members in a casual and welcoming environment. These sessions are designed to foster transparency, strengthen relationships, and ensure open lines of communication between the board and our community.
Please note:
- No appointment is necessary to visit Board Members during their posted office hours.
- No decisions or commitments can be made during Board Office Hours. The intent is to engage in communication and dialogue with constituents.
2024/2025 Office Hour Schedule
| Date | Time | School/Site | Location | Stakeholder Group |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January 6, 2025 | 5:00pm - 6:00pm | Los Gatos HS | College & Career Ctr | Community/Families |
| January 21, 2025 | 5:00pm - 6:00pm | Saratoga HS | College & Career Ctr | Community/Families |
| February 3, 2025 | 2:45pm - 3:45pm | Saratoga HS | Staff Lounge | Staff |
| February 10, 2025 | 2:45pm - 3:45pm | Los Gatos HS | College & Career Ctr | Staff |
| March 3, 2025 | 5:00pm - 6:00pm | Los Gatos HS | College & Career Ctr | Community/Families |
| March 17, 2025 | 8:30am - 9:30am | Saratoga HS | College & Career Ctr | Community/Families |
| April 14, 2025 | 2:45pm - 3:45pm | Los Gatos HS | Library Alcove | Staff |
| April 14, 2025 | 3:45pm - 4:45pm | Saratoga HS | Staff Lounge | Staff |
| May 5, 2025 | 2:45pm - 3:45pm | Saratoga HS | Staff Lounge | Staff |
| May 19, 2025 | 5:00pm - 6:00pm | Los Gatos HS | College & Career Ctr | Community/Families |
| June 2, 2025 | 2:45pm - 3:45pm | Los Gatos HS | College & Career Ctr | Staff |
| June 16, 2025 | 5:00pm - 6:00pm | Saratoga HS | College & Career Ctr | Community/Families |
Board Requirements & Guidelines
To maintain compliance with the Brown Act, Board members will not share the content of these meetings with other Board members outside of an agendized Board meeting. Updates from individual Board members will be reported to the entire Board during a public meeting.
The Board can only take action through a majority vote during a public meeting. Statements made by individual Board members reflect their personal views and do not represent the Board as a whole. Similarly, information shared with individual Board members is provided solely to that member, not the entire Board.
Due to Brown Act restrictions, no decisions can or will be made during community meetings. All decisions are made during public Board meetings with proper agenda notification.
We ask that all interactions remain courteous and respectful. While we may hold differing opinions, we are united by a shared commitment to providing the best education for our students.
Board Member ParticipationOffice Hours are hosted by individual board members, rotating attendance to provide a variety of perspectives. While discussions are informal, board members will not make decisions or take official action during Office Hours. Instead, your input will inform future considerations and discussions at formal board meetings.
Frequently Asked QuestionsQ: What are Board Office Hours?
A: Office Hours are designated times throughout the school year during which two LGSUHSD Board Members will be available to meet with members of our school community in an informal setting to discuss current topics in education and in our schools.
Board members may bring topics or questions of their own to Office Hours to seek feedback from members of the school community, but attendees are also encouraged to bring appropriate topics to Office Hours.
Q: What is the role of the School Board?
A: The role of the Board of Trustees is to establish and monitor big picture goals for the school district and to set policy for the district. The Board does not engage in school operations - this is the role of district staff. The Board also has an oversight role and sets the strategic direction for the district.
Q: What topics are appropriate for office hours?
A: Topics appropriate for the School Board Office Hours are those that fall within the role of the Board. Topics related to the priorities, goals, and/or policies of the district are appropriate to discuss with the Board during Office Hours.
Topics that are operational or student-specific in nature should be addressed with the appropriate staff member at the school site or district level.
If you are not able to resolve an operational issue at LGHS or SHS, contact the school principal’s office. If it is a district-wide issue, or if you aren’t able to get resolution at the high school level, contact the Superintendent’s office.
Q: What is the School Board's authority to resolve complaints?
A: Unfortunately, individual Board Members are unable to address and resolve complaints, for two reasons. First, Board policy supports transparent discussions and resolution of concerns with the staff and supervisors who are most directly involved. Second, some District complaint procedures provide for an appeal to the Board, so it is important that Board members not become involved at the earlier stages of complaint resolution to protect the integrity of the appeal process. Complaint procedures can be found here.
Your voice matters, and we are excited to hear your thoughts, questions, and ideas. Join us at Board Office Hours as we work together to support the success and well-being of all students at LGSUHSD.
For more information, contact the Superintendent's Office at tzarevich@lgsuhsd.org or (408) 354-2520.