7/7/26 ASD School Board Meeting

The Anchorage School District held a special school board meeting on July 7, 2026, primarily focused on approving a revised general fund budget incorporating approximately $11.66 million in new state revenue. Key procurement-related discussions included the allocation of funds to restore over 50 classroom teachers, invest in a new English Language Arts (ELA) curriculum pilot, and increase funding for the Alaska Middle College School due to tuition increases. The board debated the timing and public input process for approving the ELA curriculum and the implications of reopening Campbell STEM School, which had been closed due to budget cuts. Several amendments were proposed and adopted to modify the budget allocations, including deferring full ELA curriculum adoption in favor of a pilot and referring the Alaska Middle College funding for further committee review. The board emphasized the need for transparent public engagement and careful fiscal stewardship amid uncertain future state funding. The final budget revision was approved with amendments by a 6-1 vote, and plans were made to address outstanding funding items in future meetings.