CGUHSD Governing Board Meeting 03/06/2026

The CGUHSD Casa Grande Union High School District Governing Board met on March 6, 2026, to discuss the future of the PACE program, an alternative education initiative. The administration recommended option D, which involves hiring three full-time teachers specializing in math, ELA, and an additional role, along with maintaining support staff, at a cost of $724,000. This option requires enrollment to reach 81 students to be financially self-sustaining; currently, there are 69 students with 7 graduating, leaving 62 returning students. Board members expressed optimism about reaching the enrollment target through increased marketing and community outreach, including open houses and social media campaigns. A motion was passed to adopt option C if enrollment falls below 70 students, with a further review if it drops below 60. Additionally, the board approved in-state and out-of-state travel requests. The discussions focused heavily on balancing educational service levels with fiscal responsibility and ensuring the program's sustainability.