Tempe Union Governing Board Meeting: August 5, 2026

The Tempe Union High School District Governing Board held a meeting on August 5, 2026, which included recognition of the late Harry Mitchell for his contributions to education and public service. The board discussed various agenda items including travel requests for board members to attend out-of-state conferences, with a motion passed to approve travel for two staff members. The board also reviewed and approved multiple policy updates related to board operations, ethics, superintendent relationships, and bidding and purchasing procedures. A staffing update was presented, highlighting the hiring of 39 teachers for the 2026-27 school year and noting no current vacancies for classroom teaching positions. The meeting concluded with acknowledgments of donations from community partners and expressions of gratitude for the district's staff and educators. No specific contract awards or procurement decisions were detailed, but the approval of bidding and purchasing procedures policy indicates ongoing attention to procurement governance.