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On February 12, 2026, at approximately 5:30 p.m., the Board of Trustees of the Eureka City School District will hold a public hearing on the Board's decision to grant or deny the Charter Petition from Alder Grove Charter School. The district received the petition on November 10, 2025.
FOR IMMEDIATE POSTING
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
Public Hearing to Receive Public Comment on the Board’s Decision
to Grant or Deny the Charter Petition from Alder Grove Charter School
When: Thursday, February 12, 2026 – 5:30 p.m.
Where: Eureka City Schools Regular Board Meeting / Francis H. Taplin Board Room (2100 J Street, Eureka, CA 95501)
NOTICE is hereby given that the Eureka City School District will hold a Public Hearing to receive public comment on the Board’s decision to grant or deny the charter petition from Alder Grove Charter School.
Please take notice that on Thursday, February 12, 2026, at approximately 5:30 p.m., the Board of Trustees of the Eureka City School District will hold a public hearing in accordance with Education Code section 47605(b) to grant or deny the petition from Alder Grove Charter School. The district received the renewal petition on November 11, 2025, and the public hearing to consider the level of support by teachers employed by the school district, other employees of the school district, and parents, was held on December 11, 2025.
The district’s staff report, including the recommended findings, was published on January 29, 2026, at least 15 days prior to the public hearing. A copy of the renewal petition and staff report is available for review on the Eureka City Schools website at www.eurekacityschools.org under “Recent News” and at the Eureka City School District Office, 2100 J Street, Eureka, CA 95501. Please contact the Eureka School District Office at 707-441-2414 if you would like a copy of the materials prior to the Public Hearing.
All interested staff, parents, and community members are invited to attend.
Post: 01/29/26
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Notice of Public Hearing on February 12, 2026
Staff Report, Findings of Fact, and Recommendations Regarding Charter Petition Renewal
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Lafayette Elementary School in Eureka and Linsen Elementary School in Taiwan officially established a sister-school partnership during a ceremonial signing held December 11, 2025, at the Humboldt County Office of Education. School leaders and representatives from Taiwan’s Ministry of Education joined virtually to celebrate a shared commitment to global learning, cultural understanding, and student connection. The partnership, inspired in part by a recent teacher exchange to Taiwan, aims to foster curiosity, learner agency, and meaningful cross-cultural collaboration for students on both sides of the Pacific.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Lafayette Elementary School, in Eureka, and Linsen Elementary School in Taiwan, Establish Sister-School Partnership
December 11, 2025 (Eureka, CA) - In a ceremonial signing at the Humboldt County Office of Education (HCOE), the dignitaries of Eureka City Schools, Lafayette Elementary School, Linsen Elementary School, and Taiwan’s Ministry of Education met over Zoom to formalize the relationship. The event began with the recognition of dignitaries from both countries, followed by a performance by the Recorder Choir of Linsen Elementary School.
Principal Quincy Brownfield of Lafayette Elementary School, highlighted the significance of the new partnership. “Though the Pacific Ocean separates our schools, what unites us is far greater than the distance between us. We share a belief in the transformative power of education — an education that connects young people to the world, prepares them to be curious global citizens, and encourages them to learn not only from textbooks, but from one another.
“Last summer, one of our teachers, Mr. Nick Williams, had the privilege of visiting Taiwan through the California–Taiwan Global Classroom Connect program. He returned filled with enthusiasm — energized by the hospitality, innovation, and warmth he experienced in Taiwan. That spark has since spread throughout our school community. Our students now talk eagerly about their peers across the world — peers they already feel connected to through shared learning.”
Mrs. Brownfield concluded, “We are proud to stand with Linsen Elementary School, knowing that together, we can foster learner agency, cultural understanding, and a strong foundation for success in an interconnected world. As we say xiè xiè (謝謝) —, meaning “thank you” — we honor the goodwill and collaboration that have led to this moment.”
Following remarks from representatives of Taiwan’s Ministry of Education and the Principal of Linsen Elementary School, the principals of both schools signed the memorandum of understanding simultaneously. Photos were taken to commemorate the virtual ceremony. This concluded with comments from Jennifer Johnson, Assistant Superintendent of Educational Services for Eureka City Schools, expressing gratitude for everyone’s dedication to global education.
For more information regarding global education in Humboldt County, visit https://globalclassroomconnect.org/. Local Educators are also invited to participate in the
Global Education Forum on February 28, 2026. Contact Greg Gaiera ggaiera@hcoe.org for registration information, or register at http://tinyurl.com/cgef2026
Press Contact:
Kristi Puzz, Director of Personnel Services and Public Affairs
Eureka City Schools
puzzk@eurekacityschools.org
Tel: 707-441-2417
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La escuela primaria Lafayette, en Eureka, y la escuela primaria Linsen, en Taiwán, establecen una relación de hermanamiento entre escuelas.
11 de diciembre de 2025 (Eureka, California) - En una ceremonia de firma celebrada en la Oficina de Educación del Condado de Humboldt (HCOE), las autoridades de las escuelas de Eureka City, la escuela primaria Lafayette, la escuela primaria Linsen y el Ministerio de Educación de Taiwán se reunieron a través de Zoom para formalizar la relación. El evento comenzó con el reconocimiento de las autoridades de ambos países, seguido de una actuación del coro de flautas de la escuela primaria Linsen.
El director Quincy Brownfield, de la Escuela Primaria Lafayette, destacó la importancia de la nueva asociación. «Aunque el océano Pacífico separa nuestras escuelas, lo que nos une es mucho mayor que la distancia que nos separa. Compartimos la creencia en el poder transformador de la educación, una educación que conecta a los jóvenes con el mundo, los prepara para ser ciudadanos globales curiosos y los anima a aprender no solo de los libros de texto, sino también unos de otros.
El verano pasado, uno de nuestros profesores, el Sr. Nick Williams, tuvo el privilegio de visitar Taiwán a través del programa California-Taiwan Global Classroom Connect. Regresó lleno de entusiasmo, animado por la hospitalidad, la innovación y la calidez que experimentó en Taiwán. Desde entonces, esa chispa se ha extendido por toda nuestra comunidad escolar. Nuestros alumnos ahora hablan con entusiasmo de sus compañeros de todo el mundo, con los que ya se sienten conectados a través del aprendizaje compartido».
La Sra. Brownfield concluyó diciendo: «Estamos orgullosos de colaborar con la escuela primaria Linsen, sabiendo que juntos podemos fomentar la autonomía del alumno, el entendimiento cultural y una base sólida para el éxito en un mundo interconectado. Al decir xiè xiè (謝謝), que significa «gracias», honramos la buena voluntad y la colaboración que han llevado a este momento».
Tras las declaraciones de los representantes del Ministerio de Educación de Taiwán y del director de la escuela primaria Linsen, los directores de ambas escuelas firmaron simultáneamente el memorando de entendimiento. Se tomaron fotos para conmemorar la ceremonia virtual. Esta concluyó con los comentarios de Jennifer Johnson, superintendente adjunta de Servicios Educativos de las Escuelas de la Ciudad de Eureka, quien expresó su gratitud por la dedicación de todos a la educación global.
Para obtener más información sobre la educación global en el condado de Humboldt, visite https://globalclassroomconnect.org/. También se invita a los educadores locales a participar en el Foro de Educación Global el 28 de febrero de 2026. Póngase en contacto con Greg Gaiera ggaiera@hcoe.org para obtener información sobre la inscripción, o inscríbase en http://tinyurl.com/cgef2026.
Contacto para la prensa:
Kristi Puzz, directora de Servicios de Personal y Asuntos Públicos
Escuelas de la ciudad de Eureka
puzzk@eurekacityschools.org
Tel: 707-441-2417
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Join us on January 22, 2026, for a community workshop on Personalized, Competency-Based Learning (PCBL). Families and community members will explore classroom examples, connect with educators, and learn how PCBL supports each learner’s growth and future readiness across Eureka City Schools.
Join us on Thursday, January 22, 2026, for a community workshop exploring Personalized, Competency-Based Learning (PCBL). This evening is designed for families and community partners who want to better understand the exciting learning shifts happening across Eureka City Schools.
You’ll have the chance to experience examples from classrooms, connect with educators, and learn how PCBL supports each learner’s growth, agency, and future readiness.
✨ We kindly ask that you RSVP by scanning the QR Code on the event flyer or clicking directly on the Google Form linked below. Your response helps us plan enough food and ensure we have the right child care support for everyone who attends.
We look forward to learning together!
Copy of Flyer - English
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Acompáñenos el jueves 22 de enero de 2026 a un taller comunitario que explorará el Aprendizaje Personalizado y Basado en Competencias (PCBL, por sus siglas en inglés). Esta tarde está diseñada para familias y socios comunitarios que desean comprender mejor los emocionantes cambios en el aprendizaje que están ocurriendo en Eureka City Schools.
Tendrá la oportunidad de conocer ejemplos de las aulas, conectarse con educadores y aprender cómo el PCBL apoya el crecimiento, la autonomía y la preparación para el futuro de cada estudiante.
✨ Le pedimos amablemente que confirme su asistencia (RSVP) escaneando el código QR en el volante del evento o haciendo clic directamente en el Formulario de Google que se encuentra a continuación. Su respuesta nos ayuda a planificar suficiente comida y a garantizar que contemos con el apoyo adecuado de cuidado infantil para todas las personas que asistan.
¡Esperamos aprender juntos!
Copy of Flyer - Spanish
Eureka City Schools has refinanced $8.6 million in bonds, saving local taxpayers more than $1.5 million and shortening the repayment period by one year. Originally approved by voters in 2014, these bonds support facility improvements, technology upgrades, and expanded learning spaces. District leaders emphasized their commitment to strong fiscal stewardship and noted that reduced tax rates will appear on future property tax bills.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Eureka City Schools Refinances Bonds, Saves Taxpayers over $1.5 Million
Eureka, CA – December 5, 2025 - Eureka City Schools has refinanced $8.6 million in general obligation bonds, resulting in more than $1.5 million in savings for District property owners. The District leveraged favorable interest rates to refinance a portion of its Election of 2014, Series 2015 Bonds.
In November 2014, over 57% of District voters approved the sale of $49.7 million in general obligation bonds to improve student achievement by upgrading career technical and job training classrooms, enhancing technology, and constructing new classrooms and science labs.
The Series 2015 Bonds carried interest rates between 3.5% and 5.0%. The new refunding bonds carry an interest rate of 3.48%. This reduction will save taxpayers $1,504,595 and shorten the repayment period by one year.
Superintendent Gary Storts stated, “Our community has consistently demonstrated its commitment to providing safe, modern, and accessible learning environments for students. The support shown through the 2014 bond program continues to pay dividends, and this refinance reflects our ongoing responsibility to deliver strong fiscal stewardship on behalf of our taxpayers.”
Assistant Superintendent Paul Ziegler added, “Monitoring our debt obligations is a critical part of ensuring taxpayer dollars are used wisely. With interest rates lower than when the original bonds were issued, refinancing was a practical opportunity to reduce costs for the community.”
The Board of Trustees authorized the refinancing at its October 9th meeting. “We are deeply grateful for our community’s continued support of Eureka City Schools,” said Board President Jessica Rebholtz. “Their investment in the 2014 bond program helped make our campuses safer, more accessible, and better equipped for 21st‑century learning. This refinancing reinforces our commitment to protecting that investment and being responsible stewards of public funds.”
Property owners in the District will see reduced tax rates reflected on future tax bills.
Press Contact:
Paul Ziegler, Assistant Superintendent of Business Services
Eureka City Schools
zieglerp@eurekacityschools.org
Tel: 707-441-2412
PARA PUBLICACIÓN INMEDIATA
Eureka City Schools Refinancia Bonos y Ahorra Más de $1.5 Millones a los Contribuyentes
Eureka, CA – 5 de diciembre de 2025 – Eureka City Schools ha refinanciado $8.6 millones en bonos de obligación general, lo que resultará en más de $1.5 millones en ahorros para los propietarios de propiedades dentro del Distrito. El Distrito aprovechó tasas de interés favorables para refinanciar una parte de sus Bonos de la Elección de 2014, Serie 2015.
En noviembre de 2014, más del 57% de los votantes del Distrito aprobaron la emisión de $49.7 millones en bonos de obligación general para mejorar el rendimiento estudiantil mediante la modernización de salones de educación técnica y capacitación laboral, la mejora de tecnología y la construcción de nuevos salones y laboratorios de ciencias.
Los Bonos de la Serie 2015 tenían tasas de interés entre 3.5% y 5.0%. Los nuevos bonos de refinanciamiento tienen una tasa de interés de 3.48%. Esta reducción permitirá ahorrar a los contribuyentes $1,504,595 y reducirá el período de pago en un año.
El Superintendente Gary Storts afirmó: “Nuestra comunidad ha demostrado constantemente su compromiso de proporcionar entornos de aprendizaje seguros, modernos y accesibles para los estudiantes. El apoyo mostrado a través del programa de bonos de 2014 sigue generando beneficios, y esta refinanciación refleja nuestra responsabilidad continua de ejercer una administración fiscal sólida en nombre de nuestros contribuyentes.”
El Subsuperintendente Paul Ziegler añadió: “Supervisar nuestras obligaciones de deuda es una parte esencial para garantizar que los dólares de los contribuyentes se utilicen sabiamente. Con tasas de interés más bajas que cuando se emitieron los bonos originales, la refinanciación fue una oportunidad práctica para reducir costos para la comunidad.”
La Mesa Directiva autorizó la refinanciación en su reunión del 9 de octubre. La Presidenta de la Mesa, Jessica Rebholtz, expresó: “Estamos profundamente agradecidos por el continuo apoyo de nuestra comunidad a Eureka City Schools. Su inversión en el programa de bonos de 2014 ayudó a hacer que nuestros planteles sean más seguros, accesibles y mejor equipados para el aprendizaje del siglo XXI. Esta refinanciación reafirma nuestro compromiso de proteger esa inversión y de ser administradores responsables de los fondos públicos.”
Los propietarios dentro del Distrito verán tasas de impuestos reducidas reflejadas en futuras facturas tributarias.
Contacto de Prensa:
Paul Ziegler, Subsuperintendente de Servicios Empresariales
Eureka City Schools
zieglerp@eurekacityschools.org
Tel: 707-441-2412
On December 11, 2025, at approximately 5:30 p.m., the Board of Trustees of the Eureka City School District will hold a public hearing in accordance with Education Code section 47605(b) to consider the level of support by teachers employed by the school district, other employees of the school district, and parents. The district received the renewal petition on November 10, 2025.
FOR IMMEDIATE POSTING
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
Public Hearing to Consider the Petition for Alder Grove Charter School
When:
Thursday, December 11, 2025 – 5:30 p.m.
Where:
Eureka City Schools Regular Board Meeting
Francis H. Taplin Board Room
2100 J Street
Eureka, CA 95501
NOTICE is hereby given that the Eureka City School District will hold a Public Hearing to consider the petition for Alder Grove Charter School.
Please take notice that on December 11, 2025, at approximately 5:30 p.m., the Board of Trustees of the Eureka City School District will hold a public hearing in accordance with Education Code section 47605(b) to consider the level of support by teachers employed by the school district, other employees of the school district, and parents. The district received the renewal petition on November 10, 2025.
A copy of the petition is available for review on the Eureka City Schools website at www.eurekacityschools.org under “Recent News” and at the Eureka City School District Office, 2100 J Street, Eureka, CA 95501. Please contact the Eureka School District Office at 707-441-2414 if you would like a copy of the materials prior to the Public Hearing.
All interested staff, parents, and community members are invited to attend.
Post: 12/01/25
Remove: 12/12/25