Local Control Accountability Plan
The Local Control and Accountability Plan (LCAP) is a three-year strategic plan that outlines Banning USD’s goals, actions, services, and expenditures to support student success. As part of California’s Local Control Funding Formula (LCFF), the LCAP ensures that resources are aligned with student needs while maintaining transparency and accountability. This plan focuses on accelerating academic achievement, fostering a safe and supportive learning environment, and strengthening family and community engagement. The development of the LCAP is a collaborative process, incorporating valuable input from parents, staff, and community members to guide decision-making and ensure that funding is used effectively to support student outcomes.
Our Areas of the LCAP
The Local Control and Accountability Plan (LCAP) outlines Banning USD’s strategic goals, priorities, and budget allocations to support student success. The plan ensures alignment with state and local priorities, focusing on academic achievement, student well-being, and community engagement. Below are the current LCAP documents and related plans available for review:
2026–27 LCAP Documents
Access Banning Unified School District's adopted 2026–27 Local Control and Accountability Plan (LCAP) and related approval documentation.
Current Adopted Plan
2026–27 Local Control & Accountability Plan
Select your preferred language below to view the complete adopted 2026–27 LCAP.
Approval Documentation
2026–27 LCAP & Adopted Budget — RCOE Approval Letter (PDF)
Previous Local Control & Accountability Plans
Banning Unified School District is committed to transparency and continuous improvement. Previous LCAP documents provide a record of the goals, actions, services, and investments that have guided the District's work in prior years.
LCAP Document Tracking Portal
Access additional LCAP records through the District's document tracking portal.
View LCAP Document Tracking PortalPrevious Reporting Years
Select a reporting year and language below to view the corresponding LCAP document.
Frequently Asked Questions
Learn more about the LCAP, how it is developed, and how Banning Unified School District uses the plan to support students.
What is the LCAP?
The Local Control and Accountability Plan (LCAP) is a three-year plan that describes the District's goals, the actions and services used to achieve those goals, and how resources are allocated to support students.
The plan is reviewed and updated annually based on student data, progress toward District goals, and input from educational partners.
Why does the LCAP matter?
The LCAP connects student needs and District priorities with specific actions, services, and investments. It provides a framework for improving student achievement, supporting safe and healthy learning environments, and strengthening family and community engagement.
Who helps develop the LCAP?
The District develops the LCAP with input from students, parents and families, teachers, principals, administrators, other school personnel, bargaining units, advisory groups, and community educational partners.
This feedback is considered alongside student achievement, attendance, school climate, and other performance data.
How can families and students provide input?
Families and students can participate in District and school meetings, advisory groups, surveys, and other engagement opportunities throughout the LCAP development and monitoring process.
Feedback helps the District understand community priorities and identify opportunities to strengthen programs and services.
How does the District measure progress?
The District monitors multiple indicators, including academic achievement, English Learner progress, graduation and college and career readiness, attendance and chronic absenteeism, school climate, student connectedness, and family and community engagement.
These measures help the District evaluate progress and identify areas where additional support or improvement may be needed.
Where can I view the complete 2026–27 LCAP?
The complete adopted 2026–27 Local Control and Accountability Plan is available online in English and Spanish.
English LCAP (PDF) Spanish LCAP (PDF)