Governing Board Study Session 8/24/2026

The Phoenix Elementary School District #1 Governing Board held a study session on August 24, 2026, focused primarily on the development of a strategic plan for the district. Board members discussed the structure of the strategic plan, emphasizing the importance of setting clear, measurable goals and objectives while allowing staff to develop strategies and tactics to achieve them. Several proposals for facilitating the strategic planning process were reviewed, including options from the Maricopa County Superintendent's Office, ASBA, and Uriah Ward, with considerations around cost, community engagement, and alignment with policy governance. The board planned to vote on adopting a policy to allow procurement under $15,000 without a formal bid process and to select a facilitator or combination of facilitators for the strategic plan at the September meeting. Additionally, the board authorized the superintendent to execute closing documents for the sale of district property at three locations in Phoenix. The meeting concluded with plans for further community engagement and strategic planning activities.