Help shape ASBA’s 2027 Political Agenda
Shaping advocacy with students at
the center
At the heart of ASBA’s advocacy work is a shared belief: every child deserves access to a strong, high-quality public education.
It’s time to help shape advocacy that strengthens learning opportunities for every student by submitting priorities for ASBA’s Political Agenda.
The ASBA Political Agenda helps guide how the association advocates for education policy that supports students, classrooms and public school districts across Arizona. Governing boards are invited to help shape advocacy priorities that reflect student needs and educational access statewide.
Additional Resources
What we mean by “Political Agenda”
This document is a policy document. While it is referred to as the “Political Agenda” in ASBA bylaws, its content is entirely focused on education policy issues affecting Arizona’s public schools.
The Political Agenda is used to guide ASBA’s advocacy work in support of district schools, local governance and student success. It does not address political parties, candidates or elections.
How governing boards guide student-centered advocacy
Governing boards are asked to review the current 2026 ASBA Political Agenda, reaffirm their top three priorities, and may approve an optional fourth or fifth priority. Boards may also submit additional one revision or removal for an item on the current political agenda for consideration by the ASBA Legislative Committee as development begins for the 2027 agenda.
Each district may submit one proposal, and it must reflect the collective will of the governing board. Boards are encouraged to place this item on an upcoming board agenda to allow time for discussion and thoughtful consideration.
These submissions help ensure ASBA’s advocacy efforts are aligned with the issues that matter most to students and school communities.
Key Dates and Timeline
The Political Agenda development process follows a clear and structured timeline to ensure transparency, collaboration and member input throughout.
Proposal submissions open
February 20, 2026
Close submissions and consolidate proposals for Legislative Committee review
May 15, 2026
All proposals must be submitted by the close of business on Friday, May 15, 2026.
Legislative Committee meeting
First week of June 2026
Proposed 2027 Political Agenda with Legislative Committee recommendations sent to members for review prior to Delegate Assembly
June 26, 2026
Delegate Assembly registration opens
July 6, 2026
Registration is open to voting and alternate delegates only.
Members reminded to review the draft agenda and select delegates
August 2026
Delegate Assembly registration closes
August 26, 2026
Delegate Assembly
September 12, 2026
Saturday morning following the ASBA Law Conference
As a reminder, you should schedule this item on an upcoming Board agenda for discussion. Please remember, only one submission per District and it must reflect the collective will of the Board. These proposals are due by the close of business on Friday, May 15, 2026.
Why This Work Matters
The priorities outlined in the Political Agenda guide ASBA’s advocacy at the Arizona Capitol and influence policies that affect students’ access to strong learning environments, effective instruction and equitable resources.
By participating in this process, governing boards help ensure advocacy efforts remain focused on education policy that supports student success and strengthens public education across Arizona.