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2026-27 budget adopted in September, after the school year began, and not posted

Financial

What happened

The board approved the 2026-27 budget on September 15, 2026, about two and a half months into the fiscal year, with three voting members present. Neither the budget nor any monthly financial report is posted on the school website.

Why it matters to families

Families and tribal members cannot see how the school plans to spend its money or whether it can pay for raises, signing bonuses and new contracts already approved.

The evidence

September 15, 2026 minutes, Motion #5: 'approve of the 2026-2027 Budget', 3-YES 0-NO 1-NOT VOTING. Mike Faith was excused.

The source

Board minutes, 2026-09-15

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