QUICK SUMMARY
Chandler Unified School District's Governing Board voted 3-2 to use a Google survey for input on the superintendent search, avoiding a costly option from the hired firm. The decision aims to ensure broader language accessibility, as parents have requested translations into 64 languages. Public engagement will continue until early November, with the new superintendent expected to be announced by January.
Chandler Unified School District's Governing Board voted 3-2 to utilize a Google survey for input in the superintendent search, opting for a cost-effective solution over a more expensive survey from Hazard Young Attea and Associates (HYA). The decision reflects an effort to ensure inclusivity, as parents have demanded translations into 64 different languages. HYA's survey would have added $4,000 to the district's costs, with translations potentially pushing expenses to $38,100. The board aims to release the survey on Oct. 27, but delays occurred due to translation challenges. Public engagement will continue until Nov. 7, with focus group meetings scheduled for Nov. 10-12. Open forums for staff and the community are planned, ensuring broad participation in the selection process. The total cost for the superintendent search, including HYA's fees, amounts to $43,850. The new superintendent will be announced in January, following interviews and evaluations of candidates.