Peoria Unified Governing Board Meeting (August 13, 2026)

The Peoria Unified Governing Board held a meeting on August 13, 2026, which included several procurement-related discussions and decisions. Key procurement activities included the approval of a supplemental high school social studies textbook, "Land of Hope," funded by a grant from the Goldwater Institute, with no cost to the district. The board also approved the issuance of a Request for Proposal (RFP 27-3203) for independent educational evaluation services as part of a cooperative purchasing agreement. Additionally, the board ratified the Arizona Department of Education private day school vendor list for fiscal year 2026-2027 and approved an affiliation agreement with Capella University for site-based learning internships. Energy management and conservation guidelines were presented and approved to reduce district utility costs. The board discussed the superintendent search process, including the potential use of a search firm with an estimated cost between $40,000 and $60,000, and emphasized the importance of a thorough vetting process. Several policy and curriculum issues were also discussed, including concerns about the removal of certain books from the curriculum due to age-appropriateness and the district's DEI policy, but these were not directly tied to procurement actions. Motions related to contract approvals and budget considerations were passed unanimously. The meeting also featured extensive public comments on curriculum content and district policies.