Governing board approves multiple contracts, course catalogs and I‑20 tuition; roof replacement to be state‑funded

The Chandler Unified School District Governing Board unanimously approved a set of action items at its Nov. 12 meeting, including a state‑funded roof replacement, curriculum catalogs, an international student tuition rate, and an athletic seating contract.

The board voted to approve a contract to replace the roof at Bogle Junior High after administrators said the project is nearing the end of its useful life. Facilities Director (presenter) Mike Dunn told the board the Arizona School Facilities Division approved a building renewal grant that will fund the project “100% in the amount of $3,868,363.” Board Member Heap moved to approve the contract for Progressive Roofing through a cooperative purchasing agreement; the motion was seconded by Mrs. Mendoza and carried unanimously. Dunn said construction would likely begin in January with expected completion in 12 to 18 months.

On curriculum, the board approved the district’s 2026–27 high school and junior high course catalogs, each moved by Mrs. Mendoza and approved without recorded opposition. Dr. Edgar told the board the documents include a small compliance‑officer update and several course description changes that were previewed at the prior information session.

Administrators recommended and the board approved the annual tuition rate for I‑20 (education‑visa) students at $10,906.12 for fiscal year 2026–27. Mrs. Berry explained the district uses a consistent formula that divides maintenance and operations, classroom site, capital outlay and federal/state project funds by total student count to calculate a per‑pupil cost; after applying the formula to current numbers, the staff recommended $10,906.12. The motion to set the rate was moved by Mr. Heap, seconded by Mrs. Mendoza, and passed by roll‑call vote.

The board also approved a Mohave cooperative contract to award Norcon Industries for telescopic and fixed bleacher seating for Perry High School, with estimated expenditures of $450,000 for FY2025–26. Mr. Dunn said the project leverages an Arizona Sports and Tourism Authority grant and district bond funds; the motion passed unanimously.

Consent business earlier on the agenda — including donor acknowledgements and routine financial items — was approved by acclamation.

What comes next: staff will return with implementation details (project timelines, purchase orders and public displays for textbook adoptions) where required; the board’s next regular meeting is Dec. 10, 2025.