07/07/2026: School Board Work Session

The Anchorage School District held a School Board Work Session on July 7, 2026, primarily focused on discussing the FY27-28 operating budget revision proposal. Key procurement-related topics included the addition of over 50 full-time equivalent (FTE) classroom teachers to address class size issues and scheduling relief, as well as full funding for a new grades 6-10 English Language Arts (ELA) curriculum replacement due to the phasing out of the previous vendor's product, Springboard. The board discussed options for funding the $2.88 million curriculum purchase either fully in FY27 or phased over multiple years, noting the complexities of contract commitments with the new vendor, Savas, who requires a three-year contract. The board also addressed budget allocations for activities, fuel costs, and partnerships such as the Alaska Middle College program, with a contract cost around $2 million annually. Members expressed concerns about the timing and public process for curriculum adoption, contract approvals, and budget allocations, emphasizing the need for transparency and careful consideration of multi-year financial commitments. No final votes were recorded in the transcript, but several action items and clarifications were planned for upcoming meetings.