HUSD Governing Board Meeting Sept 22, 2026

The Higley Unified School District Governing Board held a meeting on September 22, 2026, which included a superintendent's report highlighting recent school events and student achievements. The board approved the fiscal year 2027 Classroom Site Fund Plan, noting a projected budget shortfall to be covered by fund balance carryover. Discussions included policy reviews and approvals related to school board operational goals, instructional programs, and parental involvement in education, with particular attention to compliance with Arizona law and Supreme Court rulings on parental rights. The board also approved overnight and out-of-state staff travel for a journalism convention despite some concerns about the inclusion of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) content. Several public comments addressed issues such as software problems affecting student learning and concerns about dress code enforcement. The meeting concluded with the board deciding not to conduct a self-evaluation this year due to an upcoming election and adjourned with no additional future agenda items requested.