June 9, 2026 at 6:00 PM - Regular Meeting of the Governing Board
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I. CALL TO ORDER and PLEDGE
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II. ROLL CALL
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Members of the Board
Craig Stuart - President Linda Yazzie - Vice President Claudia Jackson Debbie Shumway Alfred Clark Administrators Robbie Koerperich, Superintendent Bernice Gover Anne Touchstone Lauren Maestas Clete Hargrave Nichole Tow Andrea Tomlin Connie Gover Ryan Fraley Shawn Tow Jacob Baker Jesus Luna-Almendariz Ray McLaws |
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III. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Consider approval of the minutes as submitted.
Description:
Recommendation: Approve the minutes of the May 12, 2026 regular and May 21, 2026 special Governing Board meeting as presented.
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IV. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Description:
Recommendation: Approve the agenda for the June 9, 2026 Governing Board meeting as presented.
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V. CALL TO PUBLIC
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V.A. Pursuant to Federal Public Law 103-382, Title 8 (Impact Aid), and the District's Indian Education Policy (IGAK), this call is for any member of our district. The public is cautioned about making statements against employees of the District that may be considered slanderous. A further reminder, the minutes of this meeting are public record and may be used in other proceedings. This is the time that the public may speak to the Governing Board on any issue including agenda items. Action taken as a result of public comment will be limited to directing staff to study the matter, or to reschedule the matter for further consideration and a decision at a later date if it is not already on the agenda. Comments under Call to Public will be limited to four minutes.
Those wishing to address the board are requested to submit their comments by one of the following methods by 10 a.m. on Tuesday, June 9, 2026: email public comments to boerequests@holbrook.k12.az.us, fax to 928-524-3073 or mail by USPS to PO Box 640 Holbrook, AZ 86025. The public may request to speak via WebEx during the Call to the Public by submitting a request prior to the meeting or may complete a Call to the Public request form at the governing board meeting to speak in person. |
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VI. REPORTS
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Action Research Reports:
Indian Education Report- Ms. Bernice Gover |
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VII. PRINCIPALS' REPORTS
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Motion to accept the Principals' Reports as presented.
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VIII. OLD BUSINESS
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IX. NEW BUSINESS
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IX.A. Indian Community Participation & Indian Policies And Procedure FY28 Approval- Dr. Koerperich
Description:
Policy IHBJ outlines our District's responsibility to give tribal officials and parents of Native American students the opportunity to comment on the participation of Native American students on an equal basis in the school program. In addition, Policy KJG requires our District give an annual status report based on public school performance measurements to each Indian Nation with tribal lands located within district boundaries and governed by the Arizona Department of Education. In addition, HUSD #3 is required to develop Indian Policies and Procedures (IPP) that outline strategies for gathering feedback from our Native American communities. We are requesting to act upon these actions at this time.
Recommendation: Discussion and consideration to take public comments from the Native American Community according to Policy IHBJ. In addition, provide Governing Board recommendations to the district administration team based on public comments and approve the FY28 Indian Policies and Procedures as presented. |
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IX.B. Truth in Taxation Public Hearing- Adjacent Ways- Mrs. Maestas
Description:
Pursuant to Arizona Revised Statutes regarding Truth in Taxation requirements, Holbrook Unified School District No. 3 has completed all required publication and notification requirements for the proposed Adjacent Ways levy included in the FY 2026-2027 budget. The Governing Board previously approved proceeding with Adjacent Ways funding for fire lane access improvements associated with the Park Elementary Gym Project and authorized publication of the Truth in Taxation Notice.
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IX.C. FY 2027 Proposed School District Annual Expenditure Budget Public Comment And Adoption – Dr. Koerperich
Description:
The Auditor General and the Arizona Department of Education have released preliminary budget forms for all school districts in Arizona. Included in the backup is the proposed budget for the Holbrook Unified School District for FY 27.
Recommendation: Motion for discussion and consideration to review the FY 27 proposed district budget. Motion to take public comments on the proposed budget. Motion to close public comments. Motion to approve the proposed budget as presented to be posted for public review. |
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IX.D. Governing Board Meeting Dates For The 2026-2027 School Year - Dr. Koerperich
Description:
The Holbrook Unified School District Governing Board meets once a month to discuss and act upon school district business. We would like to recommend a schedule for meeting dates each month, which generally fall on the second Tuesday of each month. A detailed list of meeting dates is included in the back-up materials.
Recommendation: Discussion and possible action pertaining to approval of Governing Board meeting dates for the 2026-2027 school year. |
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IX.E. Governing Board Conferences for 2026-2027- Dr. Koerperich
Description:
The Holbrook School District is requesting Governing Board approval for HUSD #3 Governing Board members to attend professional development opportunities associated with governance and school operations throughout the year as included in the back-up materials.
Recommendation: Discussion and consider approving all Governing Board Members, Superintendent, and Executive Secretary to attend professional development opportunities throughout SY 26-27 as presented in the back-up materials. |
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IX.F. AVID Out Of State Travel- Dr. Koerperich
Description:
Holbrook High School is requesting out-of-state travel for Shelea Palmer to attend the AVID Summer Institute in Anaheim, CA from July 15-17, 2026. Mrs. Palmer will be attending with other HJHS and HHS staff.
Recommendation: Discussion and consideration to approve Shelea Palmer to attend the AVID Summer Institute in Anaheim, CA from July 15-17, 2026 as presented. |
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IX.G. SY 2026-2027 Student Handbooks- Dr. Koerperich
Description:
Holbrook High School, Holbrook Junior High, Hulet Elementary, Indian Wells Elementary, and Park Elementary School have completed their student handbooks for the 2026-2027 school year. The handbooks are provided in the back-up materials.
Recommendation: Discussion and consideration to approve the Holbrook High School, Holbrook Junior High School, Hulet Elementary School, Indian Wells Elementary School, and Park Elementary student handbooks for the 2026-2027 school year. |
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IX.H. Treatment Applicator Extra Duty Job Description- Dr. Koerperich
Description:
The Holbrook School District is requesting Governing Board approval of a Treatment Applicator Extra Duty position for qualified applicators for herbicides and pesticides. The Treatment Applicator Extra Duty will be for qualified applicators to assist with weed and insect control. The job description is included in the back-up materials.
Recommendation: Discussion and consideration to approve the Treatment Applicator extra duty job description as presented. |
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IX.I. Project Momentum Arizona Grant- Dr. Koerperich
Description:
Holbrook Junior High School has qualified for a Project Momentum Grant to assist with professional development to increase academic outcomes for students with disabilities. The grant requires assurances that must be signed by the Board President. The grant assurances are included in the back-up materials.
Recommendation: Discussion and consideration to approve the Project Momentum Grant assurances as presented. |
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IX.J. Northern Arizona Student Placement Agreement- Dr. Koerperich
Description:
Northern Arizona University is requesting a Student Placement Agreement with the Holbrook Unified School District for student teacher placements at HUSD #3. The agreement will be in effect from December 12, 2026 through December 20, 2031. The agreement is included in the back-up materials.
Recommendation: Discussion and consideration to approve the Student Placement Agreement with Northern Arizona University as presented. |
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IX.K. International Alliance Group Host School Agreement- Dr. Koerperich
Description:
The Holbrook School District is requesting Governing Board approval of an International Alliance Group (IAG) Host School Agreement to recruit highly qualified international teachers for positions that are open in the Holbrook Unified School District. IAG will recruit teachers, ensure visas are processed, and assist with the transition to become certified teachers at HUSD #3. The IAG Host Agreement is included in the back-up materials and will be procured through a 1-GPA procurement process.
Recommendation: Discussion and consideration to approve the International Alliance Group (IAG) Host School Agreement as presented. |
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X. Consent Agenda
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X.A. Personnel
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X.A.1. Classified Resignation/Retirement/Termination
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Bartruff, Lang - HHS, ISS Monitor - Resignation 05/29/26 transfer to a Resident Sub for SY 26/27
Hayden, Ayla - Park, Special Needs Assistant - Temporary Position ended 05/22/26 |
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X.A.2. Classified Employment - Hiring
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Coley, Jason - HHS, Academic Advisor 26/27
Jones, Laurie - Transportation, Bus Driver - 30 to 40 hours/week 26/27 |
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X.A.3. Certified Resignation/Retirement/Termination
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Dawson, Victoria - HHS Teacher - Resignation 05/22/26
Haussman, Charles- HHS Assistant Principal- Retirement 06/30/26 Larson, Dale - HHS, Teacher - End of contract 05/22/2026 |
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X.A.4. Certified Employment-Hiring
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Esquerra, Cindy- HJHS Music Teacher SY 26-27
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X.A.5. Extra Duty
Description:
Attakai, Ashley - HHS Athletics - Assistant Volleyball Coach 26/27, Dan Mulligan Professional Development Training
Chee, Mandi - Indian Wells, Volleyball Assistant Coach 26/27 Chee, Erica - Indian Wells, KinderCamp Daniels, Zoe - Hulet Daycare, Daycare Setup 26/27 Dickson, Abrian - HHS Athletics, White Fleet Driver Fischer, Patricia - Food Services Summer Worker (On-call Substitute) Francis, Anika - Indian Wells, JV Girls Cross Country Head Coach 26/27 Gover, Gypsi - Indian Wells, Tech Cadre 25/26 Gover, Gypsi - Indian Wells, Pee Wee Girls Cross Country Assistant Coach 26/27 Jacket, LaDonna - Hulet Daycare, Daycare Setup 26/27 James, Sharon - Hulet Daycare, Daycare Setup 26/27 Jones, Lillian - Hulet Daycare, Daycare Setup 26/27 Justman, Cheryl, Dan Mulligan Professional Development Training King, Courtney - Indian Wells, Flag Football Head Coach 26/27 Larson, Lisa - Hulet/Park, 2026 Summer Library Work - 40 hours Maxwell, Allison - Hulet/Park, 2026 Summer Library Work - 40 hours Murray, Paige - Park, Realignment of Kindergarten Essential Standards - Summer 2026 Naranjo, Rebecca - Hulet Daycare, Daycare Setup 26/27 Nells, Gabriel - Indian Wells, Athletic Director 26/27 Nells, Sophia - Indian Wells, JV Boys Cross Country Head Coach 26/27 Newton-Pender, Meagan - Park, Realignment of Kindergarten Essential Standards - Summer 2026 Orton, Dan - HHS, Girls Basketball Assistant Coach 26/27 Serna, Cayla - HHS Athletics - Assistant Volleyball Coach 26/27 Slade, Tiffany - Hulet Daycare, Daycare Setup 26/27 Yazzie, Artie - HHS Athletics, White Fleet Driver Yazzie, Jasilyn - Indian Wells, Pee Wee Boys Cross Country Assistant Coach 26/27 Yazzie, Theresa - Indian Wells, Volleyball Head Coach 26/27 |
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X.A.6. Volunteers
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Begay, Randall - HHS, Assistant Football Coach 26/27
Darling, Alaya - HHS, Spiritline Coach 26/27 Font, Isabella - Summer General Volunteer Font, Jeff - Summer General Volunteer Harrington, Jr., Leo - HHS, Summer Volunteer for Girls Basketball |
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X.B. Professional Leave
Description:
Gover, Bernice - Navajo Nation JOM Conference, Bernalillo, NM. June 15-18, 2026. Estimated cost to the district: $900.00.
Maestas, Lauren - 2026 Annual AASBO Conference, Tucson, AZ. July 14-18, 2026. Estimated cost to the district: $2,002.80. Nez, Shelly - Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST), Flagstaff, AZ. May 18-19, 2026. Estimated cost to the district: $0. Nez, Shelly - Suicide Alertness for Everyone (safeTALK), Phoenix, AZ. June 1-2, 2026. Estimated cost to the district: $0 and use of a district vehicle. Nez, Shelly - Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST), Phoenix, AZ. June 7-12, 2026. Estimated cost to the district: $0 and use of a district vehicle. Saxton, Michaela - Induction & Mentoring 101, Phoenix, AZ. June 19, 2026. Estimated cost to the district: $40 and use of a district vehicle. |
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X.C. Vouchers
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X.C.1. Expense and Revolving Fund vouchers:
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# 2675 $ 97,411.83
# 2676 $ 90,035.14 # 2677 $211,560.79 # 2678 $106,976.53 # 2679 $ 18,736.93 # 2680 $149,479.76 # 2681 $ 6,780.71 TOTAL $680,981.69 |
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X.C.2. Payroll and Expense vouchers:
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# 34 $ 535,723.23
# 35 $ 775,545.10 # 36 $ 194,450.00 # 37 $ 1,752.95 # 38 $ 915,988.58 TOTAL $2,423,459.86 |
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X.C.3. Personnel Pay
Description:
Personnel Pay #25- AASA/301/Professional Development/Bus Driver/NPC Dual Enrollment- $533,771.74
Personnel Pay #25.1 Leave Buyout- $2,850 Personnel Pay #26 &27- Addendums/Professional Development -$24,736.18 Personnel Pay #26.1- Leave Buyout- $27,738.80 May 2026 - White Fleet Driver's Stipend - $160 |
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X.D. Fundraisers/Club Approvals
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X.E. Gifts and Donations
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X.F. Policy Adoptions
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X.G. Superintendent Performance Pay- action may be called to discuss Superintendent Performance Pay
Description:
Recommendation: Approve consent agenda items and expense vouchers in items A, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, B, C, 1, 2, 3, D, E, F, and G as presented.
Detailed information for all District expenditures may be obtained by contacting the School District business office located at 1000 North 8th Avenue, P.O. Box 640, Holbrook, AZ 86025. Phone 1-928-524-6144. |
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XI. Administrative/Board/Staff Report
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XII. Executive Session
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The Governing Board may enter into executive session pursuant to A.R.S. 38-431.03. The Governing Board may vote to enter into executive session on any item on this agenda for which an executive session is allowable.
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XII.A. Superintendent Contract SY 26-27- Dr. Stuart
Description:
Motion to convene into Executive Session to discuss the SY 26-27 Superintendent contract.
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XIII. ADJOURNMENT
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