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The next Regular Meeting of the Board of Trustees, is scheduled for February 10, 2026, at First Street School Elementary - Multipurpose room - 1400 First Street, Lincoln CA 95648 at 6:00pm

The Agenda can be found here when it is posted 72 hours prior to the meeting.  

New student registration for the 2026-2027 school year is now live! This is for new students to WPUSD only.

Registration Opens: January 13, 2026 at 10am

Priority Deadline: February 27, 2026 at 3:30

Click here for more information.

NOTICE REGARDING PREQUALIFICATION FOR QUALIFYING DISTRICT PROJECTS
WESTERN PLACER UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT

Notice is hereby given by Western Placer Unified School District (“District”) that general
contractors and mechanical, electrical and plumbing subcontractors planning to submit a bid or
proposal for qualifying District projects (each a “Project”) in the twelve months following
prequalification will be required to prequalify pursuant to Public Contract Code § 20111.6 prior to
bidding or submitting a proposal.

Prequalification application packages are available on the
District’s website (www.wpusd.org) or at the District’s Office located at: 600 Sixth Street, Suite
400, Lincoln, California, 95648.

Prequalification application packets must be completed and
returned to the District’s Office no later than 2:00 p.m., February 6, 2026.

This prequalification packet includes a questionnaire and financial statement, to be verified
under oath. The District will use the information and documentation required by the packet to
prequalify general contractors in accordance with applicable law.

For information regarding the prequalification process, please contact Michael Adell, Director of
Facilities, at (916) 645-5100.

CONTRACTOR PREQUALIFICATION PACKET

Please read the February 2026 newsletter for important information, parent action items and more!

January 2026
STATEMENT FOLLOWING CASE DISMISSAL

The Western Placer Unified School District was recently informed that the court has dismissed the District’s case related to TGI's proposed homeless shelter facility on Third Street in Lincoln. 

Although the District’s case has concluded, related legal action brought by the City of Lincoln will continue in part, and we remain supportive of the City as that process moves forward.

At every stage, the District’s involvement in this matter has been guided by a single priority: student safety. Regardless of the outcome of any legal proceedings or the future operation of the facility, the District remains committed to ensuring the safety and wellbeing of students during the school day and as they travel to and from school.

We will continue to work closely with school staff, local partners, and public safety agencies to take appropriate steps to protect students and maintain safe learning environments for our school community.

 

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JUNE 2025
STATEMENT FOLLOWING TENATIVE RULING

The Western Placer Unified School District remains firmly committed to the safety and wellbeing of the students and families we serve.
Our position, with regard to recent legal action against The Gathering Inn, reflects our legal obligation to maintain a safe and secure learning environment for students and to ensure that any development near our school campuses—especially one of this scale and impact—undergoes proper public review and honors the voices of local stakeholders.

Our concerns are rooted in facts. The Gathering Inn acquired a property within close proximity to several District schools where they intend to operate a medical respite center for unhoused individuals. Without advance notice or engagement with the District, TGI secured a $6.45 million state grant through a process that bypassed critical safeguards for the community. These actions raise serious and well-founded concerns about student safety and procedural integrity.

There is no price tag that justifies compromising the safety of our students. No matter the outcome of this case, we are committed to protecting students not only on campus but also as they travel to and from school each day. We fully intend to hold The Gathering Inn accountable for any actions that may jeopardize that responsibility.

Despite public statements to the contrary, we have yet to experience meaningful transparency or good-faith collaboration from The Gathering Inn. Nonetheless, we will continue to pursue every appropriate avenue to uphold student safety and protect the integrity of our educational mission.

 

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OCTOBER 2024 
WPUSD FILES COMPLAINT AGAINST THE GATHERING INN (TGI)
 

The Western Placer Unified School District has filed a complaint in Placer County Superior Court in response to The Gathering Inn’s (TGI) acquisition of property within close proximity to several District schools, where TGI intends to operate a medical respite center for unhoused individuals. WPUSD takes its responsibility to protect and ensure a safe educational environment for its students, staff, and community with the upmost seriousness. TGI’s failure to engage with the District and community during the planning process for this facility has created a situation the District believes poses imminent safety risks to students and the potential to disrupt school operations. Additionally, the lawsuit names the California Department of Social Services (CDSS) which granted TGI $6.45 million through a Community Care Expansion (CCE) Grant based on a process that bypassed critical safeguards for the community. 

Click here to read the complaint. 

 

 

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PRESS RELEASE
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

WPUSD Pursues Legal Action Regarding The Gathering Inn Respite Facility

Lincoln, CA, September 6, 2024 — The Western Placer Unified School District (WPUSD) has taken legal action in response to the recent establishment of a medical respite center by The Gathering Inn (TGI) at 1660 Third Street, Lincoln. The facility, intended to house up to 100 individuals experiencing homelessness, is located within 400 yards of Glen Edwards Middle School, 600 yards of First Street Elementary School, and less than a mile from Creekside Oaks Elementary School and Lincoln High School.

WPUSD has significant concerns regarding the proximity of the center to its schools and the potential health and safety risks it poses to students, especially during school hours. The district is also troubled by the lack of communication and transparency from TGI, as the district and City of Lincoln were only made aware of the project location after the property sale was finalized on August 14, 2024.

"WPUSD believes that community engagement and transparency are essential when projects of this nature are proposed near schools. Unfortunately, we were not given any opportunity to provide input or voice our concerns," stated Board President Jason Price. "Our decision to pursue legal action is driven by our responsibility to ensure the safety and well-being of our students and staff."
While WPUSD acknowledges the importance of supporting unhoused individuals in the region, the district emphasizes that its legal action is not a reflection of a lack of compassion. Instead, it represents a commitment to safeguarding students and ensuring transparency in decisions that impact the school community.

Concerns Regarding the Respite Facility:

• Proximity to school campuses
• Increased potential for unsafe situations during school hours
• Lack of transparency and community outreach in the project’s planning

WPUSD reiterates its dedication to the safety of students and staff while remaining committed to upholding transparency in community projects. The district seeks a collaborative approach to ensure all concerns are addressed.

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Statement for print/download located HERE.