CA AB2278

Authorizes the governing board of a qualifying school district to conduct annual advisory evaluations of a state-appointed administrator after one complete fiscal year has elapsed following acceptance of an emergency apportionment.

Requires advisory evaluations to focus on the administrator's effectiveness in leading the school district toward fiscal recovery and improved academic achievement, with criteria agreed upon by the governing board and administrator beforehand.

Mandates advisory evaluations include commendations in areas of administrator strengths and achievements, along with recommendations for improvement in areas of concern.

Requires submission of advisory evaluations to the Governor, Legislature, Superintendent, and County Office Fiscal Crisis and Management Assistance Team.