Safer LBUSD

1) Fire SSO Eddie F. Gonzalez. (demand met)

2) Defund and dismantle the School Safety Department and build a new system of safety that is community-led.

• Remove all SSOs from school zones.
• Disarm all LBUSD employees, including firearms, batons, clubs, pepper spray, and other weapons.
• Do not replace SSOs with LBPD.
• Trained mental health staff to deescalate difficult situations and additional deescalation training for all staff.
• Review and remove all punitive punishment and replace it with restorative practices, such as more counselors, social workers, nurses, and opportunities for arts and cultural activities.

3) Hear from community and care for community.

• Immediately offer space for students and the community to process and heal.
• LBUSD participation and partnership at community-led Town Hall meetings at each school site to hear from students/families and follow through on action steps.
• Create a list of mental health resources on every school website for all students, teachers, staff, and parents/guardians.