# School Board Meeting - September 22, 2026

The Evergreen Public Schools Board of Directors held a regular meeting on September 22, 2026, focusing heavily on the district's significant financial challenges and the potential consolidation or closure of schools to achieve budgetary savings. Superintendent Maloney provided a detailed report on the facilities review committee's work, emphasizing the need to rightsize facility use due to declining enrollment and financial deficits, with estimated annual savings from school consolidations ranging from $1.25 million to $2.25 million depending on school level. The board discussed surplus declarations, including a resolution to declare copiers as surplus property, but deferred approval pending further information. Public comments were extensive, addressing concerns about school closures, equity in community engagement, staff working conditions related to new policies on personal appliances, and legal counsel issues involving district representation. A motion to reconsider legal representation was proposed but deferred for executive session discussion. The board also touched on upcoming legislative priorities and the importance of transparency and community involvement in decision-making. No final decisions on school closures were made, with further work sessions and community engagement planned.

**Jurisdictions:** sled
**Industries:** Education, Professional Services
**Topics:** Physical Infrastructure, Policy
**Published:** September 22, 2026

### Sources
- [School Board Meeting - September 22, 2026](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4RS6uo8SiVw) - Evergreen Public Schools