Apache Junction school board approves code of conduct, ASU placement agreement, organizational chart and proclamation; enters executive session on pay

Apache Junction Unified School District's governing board voted unanimously on several action items at its June 10, 2025 regular meeting, approving the 2025-26 student code of conduct, adopting the 2025-26 organizational chart, renewing a student placement agreement with Arizona State University, and approving a proclamation in memory of Officer Gabrielle Fazio. The board also voted to move into executive session to discuss the superintendent's performance pay.

The board conducted roll call and several routine motions without extended discussion. Each motion passed 5 to 0 by voice vote: Mrs. Ross, Mrs. Williamson, Mrs. Garcia, Mrs. Lane and the Board President voting yes on each recorded item.

Key votes and actions

• Adoption of agenda — Motion to approve the meeting agenda passed 5 to 0. (Mover not specified; second: Mrs. Williamson.)

• Approval of minutes — Motion to approve the May 27, 2025 regular meeting minutes passed 5 to 0. (Mover not specified; second: Mrs. Williamson.)

• 2025-26 Student Code of Conduct — The board approved updates to the student code of conduct for the 2025-26 school year. Superintendent Dr. Popolardo said the document was updated to reflect a new state law related to cell phone usage; the board adopted the revisions by a 5-0 vote. (Motion to approve; second: Mrs. Williamson.)

• 2025-26 Organizational Chart — The board approved a change that places the SACE coordinator under the business manager for the 2025-26 year. The motion passed 5 to 0. (Motion to approve; second: Mrs. Williamson.)

• Renewal of the student placement agreement with Arizona State University — The board approved a five-year renewal of the student placement agreement with Arizona State University, effective July 15, 2025 through July 15, 2030, to allow ASU student teachers and interns to complete placements in district schools. The motion passed 5 to 0. (Motion to approve; second: Mrs. Williamson.)

• Proclamation in honor and memory of Officer Gabrielle Fazio — The board approved a proclamation recognizing Officer Gabrielle Fazio for his service and relationship with secondary students and partners at the Apache Junction Police Department. During discussion a board member asked that the district also consider recognizing Officer Russell Duncan on his anniversary; board members asked staff to honor that date as appropriate. The proclamation was approved 5 to 0.

• Executive session on superintendent performance pay — The board voted to move into executive session under ARS 38-43103(A)(1) to discuss the superintendent's performance pay. The motion to enter executive session passed 5 to 0.

The board's actions were procedural and largely uncontested; no formal amendments to motions were recorded at the meeting.