# SJSD October 2026 School Board Meeting

The SJSD school board meeting was held October 14, 2026. The board approved the 2026–27 TSSA school plans and a school land trust reporting date of February 1, 2027. It also approved a full school land trust exemption for Navajo Mountain High School for 2026–27, citing low enrollment and difficulty recruiting parent council members. The board approved a bid from Bear Construction LLC for Montezuma Creek housing; no contract amount was stated. Separately, staff presented preliminary facility-improvement estimates for La Sal Elementary, including approximately $500,000 in potential repairs, with estimates described as rough and not based on vendor quotes. No decision was made on closing the school, and public commenters urged the board to consider alternatives and provide more financial analysis before any closure decision.

The board also approved updates to policies on extracurricular programs and LEA-specific educator licenses. Other discussion covered winter-weather closures and transportation, school calendars, enrollment, student achievement initiatives, and school land trust procedures. The board did not select a school calendar or approve additional facility work during the meeting.

**Jurisdictions:** sled
**Industries:** Education, Construction & Infrastructure
**Topics:** Physical Infrastructure, Grants & Funding
**Published:** October 14, 2026

### Sources
- [SJSD October 2026 School Board Meeting](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8le4LE32ki0) - SJSD ET