# 2026-09-15 | School Board Regular Meeting

The Fairbanks North Star Borough School District held a regular school board meeting on September 15, 2026. The meeting included recognition of educators and community members, a detailed spotlight on the Career and Technical Education (CTE) program at North Pole High School, and extensive public testimony on a resolution recognizing LGBTQ History Month. The board discussed ongoing negotiations related to employee healthcare and salary, including the use of one-time state funding to support educator salaries and benefits. Significant attention was given to the district's graduation rates, curriculum updates, and the receipt of grants from Bloomberg Philanthropies and the Rasmussen Foundation to expand skilled trades and CTE pathways. The board also approved policy updates and named the chief negotiator for upcoming principal association negotiations. The meeting concluded with board members emphasizing the importance of inclusivity, student safety, and educational excellence, as well as plans for future strategic planning and assessment discussions.

**Jurisdictions:** sled
**Industries:** Education
**Topics:** Grants & Funding, Policy
**Published:** September 15, 2026

### Sources
- [2026-09-15 | School Board Regular Meeting](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Kg2R229jp0o) - Fairbanks North Star Borough School District