Encinitas Union School District has reached an agreement to fully resolve the litigation in S.E. et al. v. Grey, et al., subject to required court approval. As part of the agreed resolution, the parties will jointly request that the Court approve the minors’ settlement, vacate the preliminary injunction, and dismiss the action with prejudice.
The decision to resolve this matter reflects EUSD’s longstanding priority of responsible stewardship of public resources and its determination that continued litigation would detract from EUSD’s core mission. Resolution allows EUSD to put this litigation behind it and remain focused on what matters most: its students, educators, families, and school community.
Throughout this litigation, EUSD’s teachers, administrators, staff, and Board members have remained steadfastly focused on providing an exceptional educational experience for every student. EUSD is deeply grateful for their professionalism, resilience, and unwavering commitment to students despite the challenges and distractions of this litigation.
Consistent with its approach throughout the litigation, EUSD will not engage in competing narratives or debate the case through the media. The parties expressly agreed that the settlement is a compromise reached to avoid the continued expense, burden, uncertainty, and consumption of resources associated with further litigation. The parties also agreed that the settlement is not an admission or concession concerning the merits of the claims or allegations, an admission of wrongdoing by EUSD or its employees, or a determination that any party prevailed in the litigation.
EUSD will continue to comply with applicable state and federal law while providing a high-quality educational environment that ignites the limitless potential of all learners. Above all, EUSD remains guided by its values of joy, belonging, service, integrity, and innovation. EUSD remains focused on educating and inspiring young people to become thoughtful, empowered, and contributing members of their communities.
