Board of Education

The Petaluma City Schools Board of Education is the elected governing body responsible for setting district policy, overseeing the budget, and ensuring that every school in Petaluma City Schools serves students well. Board members are elected by the community and meet regularly in public sessions to review district priorities, approve curriculum and programs, hire and evaluate the Superintendent, and make decisions on everything from facilities and staffing to academic goals. The Board acts as the voice of the community in shaping the direction of the district, working closely with district staff, families, and educators to support student achievement and ensure resources are used effectively. Meetings are open to the public, and community members are encouraged to attend, stay informed, and share their input on issues that affect Petaluma's students and schools.

Members of the public are welcomes and encouraged to listen and observe the board's meetings in public. If you would like to make a public comment during the meeting, please join us at 200 Douglas Street, Petaluma CA 94952 and submit a public comment to the secretary to the board. 

Public comments are subject to a 3-minute per person limit or a 20-minute limit per subject matter. Under Government Code Section 54954.3(a), members of the public have the right to address the Governing Board on any items of interest, providing it relates to the “subject matter jurisdiction” of the school district.  

You can also submit your input in writing, by email or other means, to the Superintendent, Board President (mcloud@petk12.org), Board members, or other designated staff member. 

“While Government Code allows speakers to criticize the District’s policies, procedures, programs, services, and/or employees, the District does have a policy (BP1312.1) specific to “complaints against employees”.

Passing of Resolution 2627-01

Resolution of the Board of Education of Petaluma City Elementary and Petaluma Joint Union High School Districts ("Petaluma City Schools"), for declaring September 15 to October 15, 2026 as Latino Heritage Month.

Passing of Resolution 2627-02

Resolution of the Board of Education of Petaluma City Elementary and Petaluma Joint Union High School Districts ("Petaluma City Schools"), naming district representatives and authorizing participation in State Allocation Board–administered programs.

Passing of Resolution 2627-03

Resolution of the Board of Education of Petaluma City Elementary and Petaluma Joint Union High School Districts ("Petaluma City Schools"), honoring the contributions of administrators to quality education and declaring the week of October 12-18, 2026 as Week of the School Administrator