# Newberg Dundee Special Meeting 2026-08-21

Newberg Public Schools special board meeting, August 21, 2026: The board interviewed Sarah King, the sole applicant for the Zone 2 vacancy, which arose under the district’s board-vacancy policy. The presiding board member recused themself because of a prior business and close relationship with the candidate. Board members discussed King’s qualifications, student-centered decision-making, fiscal stewardship, and a perceived conflict-of-interest concern; they noted that the district’s legal team had reviewed the issue. The board voted 4–0 to appoint King, with one recusal. Her appointment runs through June 30, 2027, and she said she intends to run for the seat in the May 2027 election. She then took the oath of office.

Members also discussed district financial pressures and the importance of supporting students and staff, but no spending decision, contract, vendor selection, or other procurement activity was identified.

**Industries:** Education
**Published:** August 22, 2026