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2026 Bond Election Information

Planning for the Next Generation

Scottsdale Unified School District is planning for the next generation of students through a proposed bond focused on protecting, modernizing and securing schools across the district.

Governing Board calls November 2026 bond election

The Scottsdale Unified School District Governing Board voted unanimously to call for a special bond election on the November 3, 2026 ballot.

If approved by voters, the proposed $375 million bond program would fund capital improvements across SUSD, including school facility renovations, learning environment enhancements, technology upgrades, safety and security improvements, transportation replacements and infrastructure needs that support students and staff.

The District’s previous bond program was approved by voters in 2016 and has been substantially utilized to address districtwide capital priorities.

“This proposed bond represents an investment in the future of Scottsdale Unified students,” said Governing Board President Donna Lewis. “The plan focuses on maintaining and modernizing our schools, supporting safe learning environments, enhancing instructional technology, and ensuring our facilities continue to meet the needs of students for years to come.”

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Register to vote by:

October 5, 2026

Election Day:

November 3, 2026

Fast Facts

2026 Bond Community Meetings

Community members are encouraged to learn more and attend an upcoming informational meeting.

Meeting Dates & Locations

  • Arcadia Learning Community | 09/29/2026 & 6:00 - 7:00 p.m.
    • Arcadia High School - Mt. Olympus
  • Chaparral Learning Community | 09/23/2026 & 6:00 - 7:00 p.m.
    • Chaparral High School - Auditorium
  • Coronado Learning Community | 09/01/2026 & 6:00 - 7:00 p.m.
    • Coronado High School - Governing Board Room
  • Desert Mountain Learning Community | 9/15/2026 & 6:00 - 7:00 p.m.
    • Desert Mountain High School - Library
  • Saguaro Learning Community | 9/17/2026 & 6:00 - 7:00 p.m.
    • Saguaro High School - Auditorium

 

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Note: Dates begin in September. Click the right arrow to navigate to September and select a date.

How Can Bond Funds be Used?

Bond funds may only be used for voter-approved capital projects. They cannot be used for teacher salaries, employee benefits or day-to-day operating expenses.

Bond funds may be used to support the construction of new schools, building improvements and renovations, safety and security enhancements, technology infrastructure, school buses, equipment, and other long-term capital projects that benefit students and schools.

Public Oversight

If approved by voters:

  • Superintendent's Bond Oversight Committee
  • Parent, staff, and community representation
  • Quarterly Governing Board updates
  • Public project tracking dashboard
  • Full financial transparency online

The proposed bond program includes investments in

Maintaining the Excellence Scottsdale Families Expect

The District's last bond authorization was approved in 2016 and has been substantially utilized to address facility and infrastructure needs across the district. As schools age and technology continues to evolve, Scottsdale Unified has identified critical capital needs that require voter authorization through a new bond program.

 
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Learning Environment Improvements

34%

Modernize classrooms and learning spaces to support student achievement and evolving educational needs.

 
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Technology
Infrastructure

25%

Upgrade networks, classroom technology, and digital systems that support learning and district.

 
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Site Lifecycle
Renovations

20%

Repair and replace aging building systems to maintain safe, reliable, and functional schools.

 
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School Safety & Security Enhancements

14%

Strengthen campus security and emergency preparedness through facility and technology improvements.

 
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Transportation 
Update

5%

Replace aging buses and support vehicles to maintain safe and dependable transportation services.

 
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Administrative Capital Improvements

2%

Improve energy efficiency and sustainability while helping reduce long-term operational costs.

130 years. A legacy of learning for all. | Proposed $375 Million Bond Election