DUSD #27 Special Board Meeting - March 31, 2026

The Douglas Unified School District #27 held a special board meeting on March 31, 2026, primarily focused on discussing a comprehensive restructuring plan for the 2026-2027 fiscal year. The plan aimed to address declining enrollment, budget constraints, and rising operational costs by eliminating and consolidating administrative and instructional positions, resulting in an estimated $770,000 in salary and benefits savings. The board also reviewed and approved certified contract renewals for teachers and discussed switching the district's employee medical insurance coverage to the Arizona School Boards Association (ASBA) Insurance Trust. This change is projected to save approximately $230,000 annually while maintaining a 90/10 board-to-employee contribution ratio. The board approved the insurance plan and contributions, emphasizing fiscal responsibility and employee benefits. Additionally, an executive session addressed a personnel matter involving a teacher's resignation, which was accepted by the board.