Hayward’s incoming school board members have a full plate of decisions to make after they are sworn in on Dec. 10. Notably, there’s the need to make some serious budget cuts that will undoubtedly affect students, including the possibility of switching away from a block schedule.

There’s a lot of opportunity for public comment. Here’s what’s coming up before the winter break:

Tuesday, Dec. 2, 6:30 p.m.: Parent and community meeting regarding the block schedule, in the Tennyson High School cafeteria, 27035 Whitman St.

Monday, Dec. 8, 6 p.m.: HUSD board budget study session, at the district offices, 24411 Amador St.

Tuesday, Dec. 9, 6:30 p.m.: parent and community meeting regarding the block schdule, in the Hayward High School cafeteria, 1633 East Ave.

Tuesday, Dec. 9, 7 p.m.: regular Mt. Eden High School parent meeting, in the school library, 2300 Panama St.

Wednesday, Dec. 10, 6:30 p.m.: regular HUSD board meeting. — new members will be sworn in and block schedule will be discussed. City Hall, Council Chambers, 777 B St.

Tuesday, Dec. 16, 6 p.m.; HUSD board budget advisory meeting, at the district offices, 24411 Amador St.