The Board received an informational report on new CalSTRS requirements stemming from Employer Directive 2026-01, which create two major compliance issues for charter schools. First, New Opportunities and Family First Charter must complete a Charter School/Nonprofit Public Benefit Corporation Certification by June 30, 2026 to confirm their eligibility to participate in CalSTRS, potentially requiring review and amendment of articles of incorporation, bylaws, and other governing documents. Second, beginning in the 2027-28 school year, employee eligibility for CalSTRS will be more narrowly defined based on job duties and creditable service under the Education Code, especially for administrative and non-classroom staff.Staff will be reviewing teacher and administrative employment agreements and classifications for alignment with the Teachers’ Retirement Law and will return to the Board with recommendations, signaling a multi‑year planning effort. This creates an opportunity for firms specializing in CalSTRS compliance, charter governance, and HR/compensation consulting to assist with governance document updates, position classification studies, and retirement plan strategy before the deadlines hit.

Staff will return to the Board with future recommendations or required actions, indicating that scope and potential contracts have not yet been defined.