# Gilbert Public Schools Board Meeting 10/27/2026

Gilbert Public Schools Governing Board regular meeting, October 27, 2026. The board reviewed year-to-date financial reports through September 30, noting about $10 million less revenue received than at the same point last year because of delayed county payments; the district said this was a timing difference and expected annual revenues remained unchanged. Salary and benefit costs were higher, and school safety positions funded through state grants had been encumbered. The board approved Dads of Great Students Watch D.O.G.S. as a sole-source vendor for fiscal year 2026–27; no contract amount was stated. Members discussed whether the district could eventually operate a similar program internally. The board also approved Joshua Freriedman as director of safety and security for the remainder of the school year and approved a first reading of an interscholastic athletics policy revision.

The board received an academic-program presentation on Advanced Placement and dual enrollment, including enrollment, retention, outcomes, teacher training, and student fees. Staff reported AP exam fees of $110 per student, with qualifying students’ fees reduced to $20, and discussed efforts to expand dual-enrollment pathways. The superintendent also recognized students and staff and reported district academic progress. No other contract awards, bids, or purchasing decisions were identified.

**Jurisdictions:** sled
**Industries:** Education
**Published:** October 27, 2026

### Sources
- [Gilbert Public Schools Board Meeting 10/27/2026](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wz8n4Vmss3Q) - Gilbert Public Schools