Leah-Marie Froke

The board meeting agenda included reports from student members and the superintendent. Consent agenda items covered educational services, such as a lead guitar agreement, financial services including expense summaries, donations, and surplus disposal, and human resources items involving personnel actions, new hires, and job descriptions. A presentation was held regarding WestMec.

El Distrito Escolar Pendergast se define como una comunidad colaborativa de alto rendimiento que prepara a los estudiantes para competir en una sociedad conectada globalmente, con una visión de Escuelas Innovadoras y Estudiantes Empoderados. Sus principales áreas de prioridad para 2027 incluyen el aprendizaje y bienestar del estudiante, la excelencia operativa, y el envolvimiento de la comunidad. El plan se enfoca en crear experiencias de aprendizaje significativas, proporcionar servicio al cliente y apoyo de primera clase, y fomentar la participación activa de las partes interesadas.

The board convened for a work study session focused on reviewing the District Budget and the FY2016 Proposed Budget. The session included procedural items such as a quorum verification, the availability of translation services, and a formal adjournment.

The board meeting included reports on student and staff recognition and a presentation regarding Villa De Paz School. The consent agenda covered various financial matters, including the disposal of surplus inventory, revisions to the expenditure budget, and personnel service requests. A significant portion of the meeting focused on the consideration and adoption of resolutions to call for a special bond election and a special budget override election. Additionally, the board discussed the submission of policy priorities for the 2026 political agenda of the Arizona School Boards Association.