Governing Board Special Meeting - 09/15/2026

The Apache Junction Unified School District Governing Board held a special meeting on September 15, 2026, primarily discussing the extension of the dual enrollment program contract with Central Arizona College (CAC) through June 30, 2027. The program allows qualified high school teachers to offer college credit courses on campus, with stipends paid by CAC. The board also reviewed a budget revision related to the special education department to maintain compliance with the IDEA grant requirements. The revision involved reallocating funds within the budget to meet grant eligibility, with concerns raised about the district's ability to meet expenditure thresholds and the potential impact on other budget areas. The board approved the budget revision to ensure continued grant funding, which is critical for covering special education staffing and services. A motion to approve the budget revision passed unanimously. The meeting concluded with a motion to enter executive session for superintendent evaluation matters.