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Chandler Unified hears 22 public commenters defending on‑campus CTE; board authorizes counsel, conditionally OKs legal action over EVIT IGA
Summary
Dozens of students, parents and teachers urged the Chandler Unified School District board to keep career and technical education (CTE) programs on campus rather than moving them to EVIT. The board approved retaining special counsel on EVIT IGA matters and, by a 4–1 vote, pre‑authorized legal action if counsel recommends it.
Dozens of students, parents and teachers told the Chandler Unified School District governing board on Sept. 10 that moving high‑school career and technical education (CTE) programs off campus would reduce access and harm extracurricular opportunities.
The public‑comment period included 22 speakers who gave first‑hand examples of how on‑campus CTE supports leadership organizations, industry certifications, dual‑enrollment pathways and equity for students who cannot drive. "I believe staying in our school's CTE programs is the most beneficial option," said Maya Archie, a student at Basha High School, who spoke for one minute during the…
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