Patty Serrano elected board president; Barb Modston re‑elected vice president
January 15, 2026 | Chandler Unified District #80 (4242), School Districts, Arizona
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Chandler — The Chandler Unified School District governing board selected its leadership for 2026 on Wednesday.
Patty Serrano was elected board president in a contested roll‑call vote. After receiving nominations and brief discussion about continuity for an ongoing superintendent search, the board voted 3–2 in Serrano’s favor. Serrano said she would continue weekly check‑in meetings with the board and the district’s contracted search firm, HYA.
The board also elected its vice president. Following nominations and acceptance by candidates, the board re‑elected Barb Modston by a 3–2 tally. Trustees discussed the role of vice president and emphasized continuity during the superintendent transition.
Both elections were conducted under usual board procedures for nominations and roll‑call votes; newly elected leaders outlined priorities including the superintendent search and steady governance through the budget process.
Patty Serrano was elected board president in a contested roll‑call vote. After receiving nominations and brief discussion about continuity for an ongoing superintendent search, the board voted 3–2 in Serrano’s favor. Serrano said she would continue weekly check‑in meetings with the board and the district’s contracted search firm, HYA.
The board also elected its vice president. Following nominations and acceptance by candidates, the board re‑elected Barb Modston by a 3–2 tally. Trustees discussed the role of vice president and emphasized continuity during the superintendent transition.
Both elections were conducted under usual board procedures for nominations and roll‑call votes; newly elected leaders outlined priorities including the superintendent search and steady governance through the budget process.
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